COVID-19 Resources

Spencer Fane attorneys Brian Peterson, Megan Meadows, Randi Winter, and Julia Vander Weele were recently featured in BenefitsPRO, the Kansas City Business Journal, and the St. Louis Business Journal, addressing updates related to COVID-19 mandates and workplace issues.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden was recently featured in a Kansas City Business Journal (KCBJ) article covering the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) new vaccine requirement for the workplace.

Spencer Fane attorney Andrew Brought was recently featured in two December 2021 articles for Inside Washington Publishers covering the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS), and the authority for administrative agencies to enact regulations.

Spencer Fane attorney Andrew Brought was recently quoted in an article for Business Insurance discussing the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) regulations for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment.

Spencer Fane attorney Julia Vander Weele was recently featured in an article for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) covering employee benefits related to COVID-19.

Spencer Fane attorney Jon Watson was featured in an article for Law Week Colorado covering COVID-19 workplace safety and how the pandemic has impacted labor and employment laws.

Spencer Fane attorneys Michelle Berger, Helen Holden, Sonja McGill, and Randi Winter recently discussed timely labor and employment topics for BenefitsPRO, Business Insurance, and Construction Executive. The articles cover COVID-19 vaccination mandates and safety measures/compliance in the workplace.

Spencer Fane attorney Randi Winter was recently quoted in two articles for Business Insurance covering the Biden Administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate and questions employers have about it.

Spencer Fane attorney Ruthie White was recently quoted in an article for the Houston Business Journal about the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enacted by the White House.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden recently published an article featured in DRI’s Employment and Labor Law Committee newsletter, covering the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) COVID-19 vaccine workplace mandates and incentive guidance.

Spencer Fane attorney Katherine Davis recently published an article featured in Ingram’s Magazine about the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s May announcement concerning COVID-19 mask guidance for fully-vaccinated individuals.

Spencer Fane attorney Paul Jacobson recently wrote an article featured in the Health Care Compliance Association blog covering the new rules enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for the health care industry.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden published an article in BenefitsPRO addressing the updated guidance from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) related to COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policies and incentives programs in the workplace.

Spencer Fane attorney Megan Meadows was recently featured in the St. Louis Business Journal for an article discussing best practices for companies reevaluating personal protective equipment policies in the workplace.

Spencer Fane attorney Jon Watson was recently featured in a Denver Business Journal article discussing legal and practical considerations for Denver employers following the recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated mask guidelines.

Spencer Fane attorney Ayesha Mehdi was recently featured in a TV news story for 8 News Now Las Vegas about the rights businesses have when asking a customer for proof of vaccination.

Spencer Fane attorneys Dale Burrus and Lauren Nelson recently joined the American Health Law Association podcast as featured guests to discuss how the pandemic has impacted health care professionals.

Spencer Fane attorneys Kris Dekker and Peter Riggs recently wrote an article featured in The Show-Me Banker and The Arizona Banker outlining the ways companies are addressing bankruptcy matters during the pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorney Jessica Hill was recently featured in a Q&A article in the Springfield Business Journal, discussing her role in the firm’s Litigation practice group and how the pandemic has impacted legislation.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden was recently featured in a Business Insurance article covering COVID-19 vaccine policies in the workplace.

Spencer Fane attorney Ayesha Mehdi was recently interviewed in a TV news story for 8 News Now Las Vegas about the legal rights employers have when implementing a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine policy.

Spencer Fane attorney Robin Nolan was recently interviewed for Law Week Colorado on property valuations and taxes in Colorado.

Spencer Fane attorney Andrew Brought was recently featured in a Business Insurance article about the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s COVID-19 workplace safety efforts.

Spencer Fane attorney Greg Ash was recently featured in a Kansas City Business Journal article covering the additional employee benefits available in the new stimulus package.

Spencer Fane Ryan Hardy recently published an article featured in ABI’s Bankruptcy Litigation Committee blog discussing rent disputes caused by the pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorneys Andrew Brought and Paul Jacobson recently joined the Every-Day Risk podcast as featured guests to discuss the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s recently updated guidance on worker safety and changes proposed by the Biden Administration.

Spencer Fane attorney Ayesha Mehdi recently wrote an article for Clark County Bar Association’s Communiqué magazine covering the ongoing enforcement policies of the federal Stark Law and Anti-Kickback Statute during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden recently co-authored an article with Marti Cardi of Matrix Absence Management for DRI’s In-House Defense Quarterly magazine.

Spencer Fane attorney Katherine Davis recently wrote an article in BenefitsPRO covering the updated COVID-19 workplace guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This update focuses on mask-wearing for in-person employees and quarantine requirements for employees who have received the COVID-19 vaccine.

Spencer Fane attorney Andrew Brought was recently featured in a Business Insurance article covering concerns over the Center for Disease Control’s (CDC) updated mask guidelines and the potential for PPE shortages regarding N95 respirators for the healthcare community.

Spencer Fane attorneys Kris Dekker and Peter Riggs recently contributed to the February cover story for Greater Phoenix In Business magazine, providing insight into how businesses are approaching bankruptcy and insolvency issues as the COVID-19 pandemic persists.

Spencer Fane attorney Randi Winter recently discussed President Biden’s “American Rescue Plan” and the potential for the proposal to expand employee leave requirements related to COVID-19 in an article published in BenefitsPRO. This includes a specific look at the potential burden for employers previously exempt from federal paid leave requirements.

Spencer Fane attorney Greg Ash recently authored an article published by Bloomberg Law highlighting the major impact the year-end COVID-19 stimulus package has on employee benefits plans. Greg emphasized the importance that employers adapt to this change.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden recently authored an article published with BenefitsPRO explaining that the stimulus bill passed by Congress in December 21, 2020 did not include an extension of the mandatory paid leave benefits provided under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The bill does provide the continuation of available tax credits for employers who do provide such leave through March 31, 2021.

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Spencer Fane attorneys Dale Burrus and Lauren Nelson recently co-authored an article on risk management and professional liability for legal professionals in health care. The article appeared in the cover story for the January 2021 edition of Health Law Connections magazine.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden recently co-authored an article with Gail Cohen of Matrix Absence Management for the Arizona Attorney magazine.

Spencer Fane attorney Katherine Davis recently wrote for HR Legal & Compliance on top considerations for employers considering the implementation of a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy.

Spencer Fane attorney Eric Johnson recently provided insight for an article in the Kansas City Business Journal on the ways the pandemic has impacted small businesses.

Spencer Fane attorney Thomas Slover recently discussed the challenges for commercial real estate landlords related to avoiding loan defaults in an article published with Real Estate Journals.

Spencer Fane attorney Megan Meadows was recently interviewed for an article featured in the St. Louis Business Journal, the Kansas City Business Journal, and KSDK-TV (NBC affiliate).

Spencer Fane attorneys Jim Drakeley, Jim Patterson, and Laurie Patton recently published an article featured in the Texas Lawyer discussing mandatory vaccines during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spencer fane attorney Jason Smith was recently interviewed for an article in the Springfield Business Journal discussing local lawsuits’ impact on mask ordinances.

Spencer Fane attorney Andrew Brought was recently featured in an article for Business Insurance on the impact of mask and N95 shortages on employers.

Spencer Fane attorneys Brian Memory and Jacob Sparks recently published an article featured in Law360 discussing proactive measures financial institutions can take in response to adverse economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on such institutions and their customers.

Spencer Fane attorneys Greg Ash and Rob Browning recently published an article featured in Bloomberg Law discussing the impact of COVID-19 on benefit plan sponsors and how employers can effectively move forward.

Spencer Fane attorneys Carly Duvall and Pat McInerney recently published an article featured in Bloomberg discussing price-gouging regulations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorney Robin Nolan, a partner practicing in commercial real estate matters, recently published an article in the Colorado Real Estate Journal on the options available to landlords when modifying office leases for tenants.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden recently published an article as part of a larger cover story for In Business Magazine. The cover story focused on advice for businesses as they recover from the COVID-19-related disruption.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden, recently published an article on TLNT, an online talent management and human resources publication, discussing recent guidance from the Department of Labor (DOL) relating to remote work.

Spencer Fane attorney Elizabeth Wente was recently interviewed by the Springfield Business Journal as part of the recurring video series, “Business in Motion.”

Spencer Fane attorney Robin Nolan recently published an article for GlobeSt.com on the options available to landlords when modifying office leases for tenants.

Spencer Fane attorneys Jacob Sparks, Eric Van Horn, and Rick Herold recently published an article featured in The Arizona Banker examining the impact of the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 (SBRA) during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorney Rob Browning recently published an article in BenefitsPRO explaining new guidance from the IRS on suspending 401(k) contributions.

Spencer Fane attorney John Browning recently published an article in the Texas Bar Journal highlighting the need for attorneys to exercise proper social media hygiene. 

Spencer Fane attorney Shawn Tuma recently published an article in Security Magazine discussing an increasing risk of cyber attacks, and the need for cyber insurance.

The Spencer Fane Employee Benefits group recently hosted the two-part webinar series, “Coming Out of Quarantine,” focused on COVID-19-related policy and regulation changes. Attorneys advised employee benefit plan sponsors on a post-pandemic action plan.

Spencer Fane attorney Paul Jacobson recently published an article in Risk Management Monitor discussing the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) guidance on COVID-19- related issues.

Spencer Fane attorney Joe Bednar recently provided insight for an article in the Kansas City Business Journal on the upcoming special session in Missouri.

Spencer Fane attorney Amy Mistler recently published an article in REjournals on landlord and tenant issues during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorney Shawn Tuma was recently interviewed by ABC affiliate Denver7 for an article and TV news interview on technology’s impact on social issues.

Spencer Fane attorney Adam LaBoda was recently featured in a Kansas City Business Journal cover story, discussing banking during COVID-19.

Spencer Fane attorneys Greg Ash and Rob Browning recently published an article in BenefitsPRO explaining the IRS guidance on cafeteria plans.

Spencer Fane attorney Paul Jacobson will present at the upcoming Air and Waste Management Association (A&WMA) Monthly Meeting on environmental compliance during COVID-19.

Spencer Fane attorneys Elizabeth Fast and Elizabeth Wente recently presented a webinar for the Missouri Independent Bankers Association (MIBA) focusing on best workplace practices.

Spencer Fane attorneys Dale Burrus and Lauren Nelson, recently published an article for the American Health Law Association (AHLA).

Spencer Fane attorney Elizabeth Wente was recently interviewed for an article in the Springfield Business Journal explaining the process for restaurant staff to return to work.

Spencer Fane attorney Robin Nolan recently published an article in the Colorado Lawyer highlighting the main legal concepts effecting real estate leases and loans during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorney Peg Donahue Hall recently published an article in the Texas Lawyer discussing her routine to establish self-care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Spencer Fane attorneys Tom Dolphin and Scott Sandberg both recently published articles in The Colorado Banker on what financial institutions can do to prepare for and endure an economic downturn.

Spencer Fane attorney Shawn Tuma was recently consulted for multiple video interviews with Dallas-Fort Worth CBS affiliate, KTVT-TV DFW, explaining the possible privacy and security concerns of the video conferencing tool Zoom.

Spencer Fane attorney Scott Sandberg, recently presented a webinar for the Colorado Bankers Association (CBA) on the current economic downturn and the increased lending claims and litigation as a result.

Spencer Fane attorneys Carly Duvall and Patrick McInerney were recently interviewed for an article in Finance and Commerce covering the considerations businesses should understand to mitigate risk in this time of uncertainty.

Spencer Fane attorney Scott Goldstein was recently interviewed for the Kansas City Business Journal on the current economic climate and options businesses may have when filing bankruptcy.

Spencer Fane attorney Greg Ash recently published an article that was featured in a special report by WealthManagement magazine on the CARES Act and other resources available for retirement plan sponsors.

Spencer Fane attorney Casey Murray was recently featured as an on-air guest with 98.1 KMBZ Radio to discuss a range of considerations employers should make as they plan for their teams to return to work.

Spencer Fane attorneys Carly Duvall and Patrick McInerney recently published an article in Corporate Counsel on avoiding long term legal issues when utilizing government relief during COVID-19.

Spencer Fane attorneys Laura Bond and Donn Herring recently published an article for the American Health Law Association on the need for ethics committees during the current global health crisis.

Tech Titans, a forum that leverages the technology community to “collaborate, share and inspire creative thinking that fuels tomorrow’s innovations,” invited Spencer Fane Attorney Shawn Tuma as a featured speaker in its ongoing webinar series.

Spencer Fane attorney A.J. Ferate recently published an article with The Oklahoman addressing the significant impact COVID-19 is having on the oil industry, which has seen unprecedented drops in demand globally.

Spencer Fane attorney Megan Meadows was recently quoted in an article for the St. Louis Business Journal on how businesses can stay compliant with employment regulations while dealing with interruptions related to COVID-19.

Spencer Fane attorney Rick Herold recently published an article (drafted on January 15) with The Arizona Banker, the official magazine of the Arizona Bankers Association, addressing how to meet various communications challenges and limit similar risks in the face of an economic downturn.

Spencer Fane attorney Greg Ash recently published an article with BenefitsPRO, a leading ALM publication on employee benefits and labor and employment law, on the CARES Act and its effect on retirement plans.

Spencer Fane attorney Beth Miller recently authored an article for BenefitsPRO, a leading ALM publication on employee benefits and labor and employment law, on the SEC’s extension of the filing period for investment advisers due to COVID-19. Beth writes to provide information on conditions that must be met to rely on the order issued.

Spencer Fane attorney Greg Ash recently published an article with BenefitsPRO, a leading ALM publication on employee benefits and labor and employment law, on the need for ERISA fiduciaries to actively monitor market turbulence related to COVID-19.

Spencer Fane attorney Helen Holden was recently quoted in an article for the Phoenix Business Journal on staying compliant with Arizona’s employment regulations during the current spread of COVID-19.