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Not since the Great Recession of 2008 has the homebuilding industry faced a challenge like COVID-19. While the State of Ohio's "Shelter in Place" order permits construction and homebuilding to continue, our industry faces significant concerns. Among...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

On April 1, 2020, ODOT provided direction on enforcement of COVID-19 social distancing on ODOT projects. The April 1, 2020 memo is linked HERE. ODOT project staff are directed to observe contractors’ work to confirm both six foot social distancing...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

On Friday, March 27, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed an order that would ensure every state contractor that is operating as an essential business is following best practices regarding social distancing, cleaning, etc......By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

On March 24, the Ohio Department of Transportation released a “Statement Regarding COVID-19 Response” in an attempt to provide guidance for contractors working on ODOT projects......By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

As of Thursday, March 19, 2020, Ohio State agencies are reporting that construction projects will continue, despite the Coronavirus. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) directed office staff, who are able, to work remote, but confirmed to me...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

The COVID-19 coronavirus is impacting every aspect of the economy, and construction will not be exempt. Materials and deliveries may be slowed, crews quarantined and unavailable, and projects delayed. We view COVID-19 as an event beyond the control...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

The Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act) was signed into law on December 20, 2019 and became effective January 1, 2020. It is time to consider how the SECURE Act may affect your retirement planning and overall estate...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

On January 31, 2020, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published the Form 1-9 Federal Register notice announcing a new version of Form 1-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. This new version contains minor changes to the form and...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

On October 23, 2019, the Ohio House of Representatives introduced a bill (H.B. No. 380) that would amend Ohio’s Prompt Pay Act (ORC Section 4113.61) to provide general contractors with payment protection similar to that currently enjoyed by...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 created a lucrative new tax incentive for certain business owners: the ability to deduct up to 20% of their qualified business income. Thus, a business owner who qualified for the deduction could earn a taxable...By: Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP