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

Mississippi Remains Open, but Residents and Visitors are Advised to Proceed With Caution

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.

Federal 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

Louisiana Court Closures & Deadline Suspensions: Lawyers Must Remain Diligent

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

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