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Employer Alert: U.S. Department of Labor Finalizes Independent Contractor Regulations

January 8, 2021 by Matthew R. Plain and Rita E. Nerney

On January 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) provided its final rule for determining whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor. The final rule is similar to the proposed rule the DOL published in September 2020….

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #29 – Ins and Outs of Charter School Financial Audit Requirements

December 17, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #29 – Ins and Outs of Charter School Financial Audit Requirements

  Public Charter Schools have unique governance concerns and financial audit obligations. In this episode, we are joined by Matt Plain of Barton Gilman and Matthew McGinnis of AAFCPAs to dig deeper into this topic and provide considerations for Public…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #28 – IP Considerations for Charter Schools

November 17, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #28 – IP Considerations for Charter Schools

  As schools utilize, implement and enhance their distance learning during the COVID-19 pandemic it has raised some concerns about the legalities of some tools being used in these new virtual classrooms. In this episode, Alex Chiulli joins us to…

Posted in blogs, COVID-19, Podcasts

Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode 27 – COVID-19: Legality of Home Schooling and Learning Pods

November 6, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode 27 – COVID-19: Legality of Home Schooling and Learning Pods

With the advent of distance/remote learning brought on by COVID-19, many families have been seeking alternatives to educate their children. In many cases this includes homeschooling and learning pods. In this episode, Matt Plain is joined by Pat Hennessy, a…

Posted in blogs, COVID-19, Podcasts

Employer Alert: U.S. Department of Labor Received Over 1,800 Comments on Proposed Independent Contractor Rule

November 6, 2020 by Matthew R. Plain and Rita E. Nerney

On September 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a rule to clarify the definition of employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as compared to independent contractors. More details regarding the proposed rule can be found…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #26 – Charter School Reopenings on the East Coast & West Coast

September 30, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #26 – Charter School Reopenings on the East Coast & West Coast

  Amid COVID-19, kids across the country are going back to school. Today, Matt Plain shares how charter schools here on the East Coast are facing this challenge. We are also joined by Mackenzie “Mac” Woods from Osborn Maledon in…

Posted in blogs, COVID-19, Podcasts

U.S. Department of Labor Proposes Rule Clarifying Employee v. Independent Contractor Status

September 29, 2020 by Matthew R. Plain and Rita E. Nerney

On September 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a rule to clarify the definition of employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) as compared to independent contractors. The DOL’s goal with the proposed rule is to…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #25 – How are Assets Divided in MA Divorces?

September 23, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #25 – How are Assets Divided in MA Divorces?

  Divorce can be a major challenge from an emotional standpoint, but also from a financial and logistical one as well. In this episode, Rui Alves joins us to discuss the finer points of how assets are viewed by the…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #24 – COVID-19 Impact on Family Law

September 16, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #24 – COVID-19 Impact on Family Law

COVID-19 has impacted so many aspects of our lives, but none more important than our families. In this episode, Rui Alves talks about the compounding effect COVID-19 has had on families that have separated, divorced or sharing child custody. Barton…

Posted in blogs, COVID-19, Podcasts

Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #23 – COVID-19 Reopening Liability Risks for MA Charter Schools

September 9, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #23 – COVID-19 Reopening Liability Risks for MA Charter Schools

  With schools venturing into uncharted territory as they prepare to reopen for the new year, Tim Groves joins the program to discuss liability risks for charter schools in Massachusetts.     Barton Gilman, LLP · Legal Lowdown Podcast –…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #22 – Employee Return to Work Requests for MA Schools

September 2, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #22 – Employee Return to Work Requests for MA Schools

    While return to work requests from employees working at schools is not new, the element of a global pandemic adds new urgency and confusion to the situation. In this episode, Matt Plain takes a closer look at this…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #21 – Adult Children And COVID – 19

August 19, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #21 – Adult Children And COVID – 19

As colleges and universities prepare to open amid the COVID-19 pandemic, parents of attending students might be surprised to learn that they do not have the same access to information about their children as they did before they turned 18…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #20 – Recent Supreme Court Decisions Impact on Education

August 11, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #20 – Recent Supreme Court Decisions Impact on Education

On this episode, Paul O’Neill discusses a recent Supreme Court decision involving Title VII and whether gender identity and sexual orientation is inclusive. Barton Gilman, LLP · Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #20 – Recent Supreme Court Decisions Impact on…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #19 – COVID-19’s Impact on Extended School Year Services

August 10, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #19 – COVID-19’s Impact on Extended School Year Services

Many students and their families rely on extended school year services. In this episode, Matt Plain discusses how COVID-19 has impacted these services already, what impact it will have on the upcoming school year, and guidance for how schools and…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #18 – Legal Considerations for New Title IX Regulations for 2020-21 School Year

August 6, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #18 – Legal Considerations for New Title IX Regulations for 2020-21 School Year

In addition to the chaos and confusion regarding school re-openings due to COVID-19, there are also new Title IX regulations that will go into effect for the upcoming school year. On this episode, Greg Vanden-Eykel shares his thoughts and insights…

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Legal Lowdown Video Series – Episode #1: Governing Public Schools through the COVID-19 Crisis

May 11, 2020 by Glenn

Today on the first episode of the “Legal Lowdown” video series, Matt Plain is joined by Mike Mizzoni of BoardOnTrack. Matt and Mike discuss the importance of governing boards continuing to meet and govern during the COVD-19 crisis and tips…

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Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #15: COVID-19 Governance Considerations for New York Charter Schools

April 24, 2020 by Glenn
Legal Lowdown Podcast – Episode #15: COVID-19 Governance Considerations for New York Charter Schools

In this episode of the “Legal Lowdown Podcast,” Paul O’Neill provides guidance to boards of New York Charter Schools on what they need to know and do regarding extended COVID-19 closures and preparing for an uncertain return.     Barton…

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Insurance Coverage for COVID-19 Business Interruptions

April 2, 2020 by Kevin M. Hensley

The impact of the coronavirus pandemic will be dramatic across the spheres of medicine, government, personal relations, and business.  While some essential businesses stay open, closures and slowdowns are likely more the rule than the exception.  Affected businesses will naturally…

Posted in blogs, COVID-19

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Rhode Island Bridge Loan Program Helps Small Businesses and Nonprofits Awaiting CARES Act Funding

April 2, 2020 by Gregory N. Hoffman and C. Alexander Chiulli

Through the CARES Act, the recent $2 trillion dollar coronavirus relief package passed by Congress, Rhode Island will receive $1.2 billion in SBA disaster loan funding. It may take weeks, however, before this money reaches Rhode Island’s small businesses and…

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Contract and Creditor Considerations for Small Businesses and Non-Profits

April 1, 2020 by Gregory N. Hoffman and C. Alexander Chiulli

As a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, myriad contracts, leases, and business relationships have been significantly impacted. Many of these contracts may have been fundamentally altered and require renegotiation, or may even no longer be binding. Contract Evaluation and…

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