Navigating Federal, State & Local Government Responses
Immediate and Long-Term Policy & Advocacy Action
Navigating the current challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic while also preparing for the unknown “new normal” can be difficult. As businesses and federal, state, and local governments begin to look to the future, keeping a finger to the pulse of the various government responses and the potential impacts before they happen can offer critical time for planning or the ability to more quickly access much needed relief for your business.
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The Government's Long Game for Investigating COVID-era Relief Fraud
September 16, 2022| Blog|
DHS to End Temporary COVID-19 Policy on Expired List B Identity Documents on May 1, 2022
April 4, 2022| Alert|
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Our Approach
We specialize in helping clients of all sizes to identify state and federal sources of direct assistance for their business and navigate the complexities of dealing with government agencies as it relates to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our bipartisan team members in Washington and throughout the country are actively engaged in these efforts, working both independently and within stakeholder coalitions to educate members of Congress, the administration, and state officials on the challenges businesses are experiencing and the support they need to address them.
- FTC / price gouging
- Trade & tariff issues
- Privacy & cybersecurity
- Expanded unemployment insurance
- Federal support for unemployment insurance
- Continued evaluation of federal stimulus bills
- Providing regular updates on federal legislative activity
- Paycheck Protection loans through the Small Business Administration
- Funding for research and development for COVID-19 treatments and vaccines
- Support to distressed industries (i.e. airlines / travel, retail / hospitality, medical device, health care / hospitals and other sectors)
- Grants to states and localities
- Identifying state and local sources of business assistance
- Providing regular updates on various state legislative activity
- Assisting with all levels of disaster management, contingency planning and compliance with state executive orders and local shutdowns
Our Team
ML Strategies - Executive Vice President & Director of Operations
Senior Vice President of ML Strategies
Member / Chair, Government Law Practice
ML Strategies - Executive Vice President & Director of Operations
Other COVID-19 Business Issues
Liquidity & Capital Management
The severe business and societal disruption caused by COVID-19 has resulted in decreased demand for most products and services across the gamut of industries. Many companies are facing liquidity issues as they look to maintain operations. The ability for businesses to meet financial obligations is still evolving and will create opportunities and challenges for businesses and their investors.
Operational Resilience & Supply Chain
COVID-19 has emphasized the importance of business agility for companies handling sudden and extremely adverse operational events. Many companies have been forced to alter their business model as a result of the virus, which presents new risks and opportunities, while the exposed vulnerability of the global supply chain will trigger a host of contractual and vendor disputes. The intense pressure on supply chains has also led to recent legislation and enforcement actions aimed at preventing fraud and unfair or unlawful practices. The ability for companies to weather the current storm and emerge as more resilient organizations depends on their ability to quickly adapt while also effectively managing risks.
Managing Risk, Compliance & Litigation
The current period of uncertainty and unprecedented disruption reinforces the critical importance of taking a proactive approach towards continuously assessing and managing key risks to the organization. Whether our attorneys are helping a company safeguard its data against external threats, providing guidance to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory bodies, or working with a client to implement an effective strategy to minimize litigation risk, we leverage deep experience to advise clients on a broad range of risk management and compliance matters.
Workforce & Human Capital Management
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered the way that we live, work, and interact in a very short time. Understanding the diverse and multi-jurisdictional challenges created by containment efforts, while ensuring the safety and well-being of your employees and attempting to minimize risk and business disruption, can be a daunting task. Our experienced attorneys assist clients with navigating the legal considerations of these complex workforce issues, while keeping your organization and its most important resource – its people – front of mind.
Navigating Capital Markets & Public Company Reporting
The current COVID-19 pandemic has generated a host of issues for public companies. The SEC, NYSE, Nasdaq, and others are taking actions that impact access to capital markets, financial reporting, and disclosure obligations. Navigating the legal and practical implications of the pandemic is crucial to ensuring compliance with the securities laws and keeping investors fully informed.