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Due to protests, the City of Philadelphia is currently shut down. Philadelphia Zoning, Land Use, and Construction COVID-19 Update - This is a current status report on a number of key items, including several changes since our May 27, 2020 update....By: Ballard Spahr LLP

Many asset deals have hidden risks that can prove costly for buyers if not addressed prior to closing the transaction, particularly in a distressed transaction where the seller may be unable to satisfy retained liabilities following the closing....By: Ballard Spahr LLP

The Ballard Spahr Zoning and Land Use Team is continuing to monitor all aspects of the City of Philadelphia land use approval process during the COVID-19 emergency, including the issuance of zoning and building permits, permissibility of construction...By: Ballard Spahr LLP

Distressed companies can be attractive acquisition targets, as their values often reflect the difficulties they face. It is not hard to imagine that the circumstances surrounding COVID-19 will lead to 1. an unprecedented wave of distressed mergers...By: Ballard Spahr LLP

State and City Government – General - With limited exceptions, all Philadelphia government buildings are closed to the public, and all non-essential government operations are suspended....By: Ballard Spahr LLP

We are currently at the beginning of an economic downturn driven by a global pandemic that has resulted in unprecedented economic disruption that has been, and will continue to be, severe....By: Ballard Spahr LLP

Globally, the coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused not only a major public health crisis but also major economic uncertainty, as business are directed to close, supply chains are brought to a standstill, and "stay in place" orders are announced. In the...By: Ballard Spahr LLP

The American Financial Services Association (AFSA) recently filed an amicus brief in Maine federal court in support of the motion for judgment on the record filed by the Consumer Data Industry Association (CDIA) in CDIA’s lawsuit seeking a...By: Ballard Spahr LLP

No employer is immune from the storm of legislation Congress has passed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic....By: Ballard Spahr LLP

On April 22, 2020, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued safety guidance aimed at reducing construction workers’ risk of exposure to COVID-19. The guidance is available in both English and Spanish and is the first in what...By: Ballard Spahr LLP