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Can the New Small Business Chapter 11 Save Your B&B or Airbnb?

Written By Lance P. Martin

We previously informed you that if you are a small business that needed to file bankruptcy to save your company, you may be able to take advantage of Subchapter V of Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code.  Subchapter V wa…

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Is an NC Coronavirus Bail Out Coming? When & How We Expect the NCGA to Provide Relief to Businesses & Individuals

Written By Whitney Campbell Christensen

As we find ourselves facing a massive global health crisis and sudden economic downturn, many North Carolinians are looking for relief from their government. Congress has acted.  What about the North Carolina General…

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Federal COVID-19 Relief for Agribusinesses

Written By Tyler J. Russell and Allen N. Trask, III

The Coronavirus has been largely indiscriminate in its assault on the business community.  Agriculture is no exception.  It is true that many "agribusinesses," especially those directly involved in food producti…

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Employer's Recordkeeping Requirements For Leave Requests Under the FFCRA

Written By Hayley R. Wells

On April 6, 2020, the United States Department of Labor ("DOL") issued its Temporary Rule promulgating regulations to implement the leave entitlements authorized by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act ("FFCRA"). T…

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Significant Paycheck Protection Program Guidance for Franchisees, Hotels, and Lenders

Written By Joanne H. Badr

The Small Business Administration ("SBA") has guaranteed over one million loans under the Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP") through April 13, 2020. Over 4,600 lenders throughout the U.S. have been tasked with serving as …

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If You File a Schedule C, Take Note: SBA Offers Guidance for Self-Employed PPP Loan Applicants

Written By Joanne H. Badr

From April 3 through April 14, 2020, the Small Business Administration ("SBA") has guaranteed over one million loans under the Paycheck Protection Program ("PPP"). Over 4,600 lenders throughout the U.S. have been tasked wi…

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