COVID-19 Business Interruption Insurance Claims Coverage Issues

This article discusses the challenges to coverage and resulting political and legal pressures on the insurance industry.

Louisiana Enacts New Laws that Extend Lawsuit Protections and Limited Liability for COVID-19 Exposure to a Broad Spectrum of Individuals and Businesses in Louisiana

Louisiana joins several other states that have stepped into the void and enacted legislation that grants liability protections for businesses from these types of claims.

Tort Reform Bill Passed by Louisiana Legislature

The Louisiana Legislature passed a bill targeted on tort reform on June 1, 2020.

Louisiana Restaurant First to Seek Declaratory Judgment Seeking Coverage Due To COVID19 Closures

Multi-District Litigation Sought on COVID19 Business Interruption Lawsuits

First Texas COVID-19 Insurance Coverage Lawsuit Filed in Harris County

The State of Texas has seen its first insurance coverage lawsuit filed by a Houston-area wig store claiming business interruption losses.

Cyber Security for a Remote Workforce

An Analysis of the Potential Cyber Security and Data Privacy Threats to Businesses raised by Working from Home

Governor Edwards Extends the Louisiana State of Emergency For COVID-19 and the duration of the “Stay at Home” Order

Louisiana extends the “Stay at Home” Order as a result of the continuing statewide public health emergency presented by COVID-19.

Louisiana Court Closures & Deadline Suspensions: Lawyers Must Remain Diligent

Pursuant to Governor Edwards' Proclamation, all deadlines in legal proceedings in all Louisiana State courts, administrative agencies and boards are suspended until April 13, 2020.

Louisiana Department of Revenue Ruling on April and June 15, 2020 Estimated Individual Income Tax Payments– Payments Still Required but Penalties Suspended If Certain Conditions Are Met

The first quarter deadline for filing and making an individual estimated tax payment is on or before April 15, 2020; the second quarter deadline is on or before June 15, 2020.

Local Lawsuit Filed Seeking Relief Under Lease Agreement

On March 22, a suit was filed the Civil Disrict Court for Orleans Parish for a declaratory judgment regarding their current lease agreement.

Legislation and Litigation Over Business Interruption Insurance Coverage Continue to be a Hot Topic

Gulfport, MS Mayor Issues "Safer At Home" Order Issued

Construction Industry: Guidance on Responding to COVID-19

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Suspends Cancellation and Non-Renewal of Louisianans’ Insurance Policies

Texas Governor Imposes Roadway Screening and Mandatory Self-Quarantine at the Border of Texas and Louisiana

As the COVID-19 epidemic progresses, Texas Governor Greg Abbott imposed additional, more stringent travel restrictions between Texas and Louisiana.

Tips on Working Remotely

City of New Orleans Memo Providing Guidance on the Construction Industry

2 Trillion Dollar Financial Relief Package Draft Sent to the House

Governor Edwards Issues a "stay-at-home" order for the State of Louisiana

First COVID-19 Lawsuit Filed in Louisiana

The first lawsuit pertaining to business interruption claims and interpretation under insurance policies for same has been filed in the Civil District for the Parish of Orleans.

The Louisiana State Income Tax Deadline Extended from April 15 to July 15, 2020

The Department of Revenue will not apply any penalties or interests during the 90 day automatic extension.

HIPPA Privacy Rules Waived and Relaxed

Multiple government agencies have announced they will waive certain HIPPA noncompliance penalties to permit a faster exchange of patients’ protected health information during the pandemic.

Construction is an Essential Service

The City of New Orleans and the State of Louisiana have issued notices identifying construction as an essential service and expects projects to continue during this time.

Mayor of New Orleans Suspends Administrative Deadlines

Coronavirus Federal 2019 Income Tax Payment and Filing - 90 Day Deferral

LDEQ Emergency Order

Family First Coronavirus Response Act, H.R. 6201 (“FFCRA”)

Coronavirus Federal 2020 Q1 Estimated Tax Payments for Partnerships and Sole Proprietorships – 90 Day Deferral

Prescription & Peremption Periods Suspended