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Volcker Rule Changes Provide Stimulus Effect With Banks and Investment Funds

On June 25, 2020, federal banking and securities regulators issued new regulations that will ease burdens on banks that involve themselves with certain types of investment funds.

The Digital Health Investment Landscape Post-COVID-19

During the COVID-19 crisis, there remains a lot of activity and interest in digital health.

Key HIPAA Changes in Light of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has quickly caused at least a temporary restructuring of the U.S. healthcare system.

Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Issues for Small-Business Lending Under the CARES Act

With many banks and credit unions electing to limit Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans to existing customers, many nonbank lenders are scrambling to fill the gap and take part in the $349 billion program prior to the end of the application period on June 30, 2020.

From the C-Suite to the Boardroom: Triaging Disruption in a Time of Crisis

As the novel coronavirus continues to threaten business as usual, companies are looking at their crisis response plans to triage disruption and ensure resiliency.

An Updated Practical Guide for Small Businesses to Obtain a Paycheck Protection Loan Under CARES Act

On April 2, 2020 and April 4, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued unusual interim final rules (the Rules) providing further detail regarding Paycheck Protection Program loans under the CARES Act. The Rules will take effect immediately upon publication in the Federal Register.

SBA Issues Interim Final Rule for Paycheck Protection Loans

On April 2, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA) issued an unusual interim final rule (the Rule) providing further detail regarding Paycheck Protection Program loans (PPP Loans) authorized under the CARES Act.

Emerging Companies and COVID-19 Two-Part Series

Like the rest of the business community, emerging startup companies are being presented with new and unexpected challenges brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

Congressional Action—Lending Programs and Relief Provisions Under the CARES Act

On March 27, 2020, President Donald Trump signed into law the CARES Act, an approximately $2 trillion stimulus package to mitigate the adverse economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: Evolving Cybersecurity Considerations for Businesses

Businesses’ responses to the COVID-19 health crisis, and in particular the increased demands for personnel to work remotely, present increased security risks and considerations.

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