News & Analysis as of

State of Emergency Severe Weather

Verrill

Portland, ME Employers: Emergency Minimum Wage Ends at 12:15 p.m.

Verrill on

On January 11, 2024, at 12:15 p.m., Governor Janet Mills declared a state of emergency in Cumberland County as a result of the severe storm earlier in the week. The state of emergency will expire January 18, 2024, at 12:15....more

Littler

Nearly Every Employee in Portland, Maine Entitled to Hazard Pay Due to Hurricane Lee Emergency Declaration

Littler on

Updated September 17, 2023: At 10:56 a.m. on Sunday morning, Governor Janet Mills lifted the state of emergency she declared on September 14. As a result, the $21/hr emergency wage is no longer in effect in the City of...more

Lowndes

Hurricane Idalia: Take a Hard Look at the Force Majeure Clauses and Your Business Risks

Lowndes on

With Hurricane Idalia about to cross Florida, people are naturally focused on preparations and the potential adverse impacts that it will have. For businesses, that should include analysis of contractual obligations that...more

King & Spalding

CMS Announces Resources and Flexibility in Response to Hurricane Ian for Florida and South Carolina

King & Spalding on

On September 27, 2022 and October 3, 2022, CMS announced additional resources and flexibilities available for Florida and South Carolina in response to the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Following the President’s...more

Carlton Fields

Sellers Beware: Price Gouging After Hurricane Ian

Carlton Fields on

In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, you may be considering raising prices for certain goods or services, such as ice, water, gas, lumber, rent, and hotel rooms. But before you do, it’s important to understand Florida's price...more

Adams and Reese LLP

Property Tax Assessments and Losses Resulting from Hurricane Ida

Adams and Reese LLP on

The damage caused to property by Hurricane Ida in Louisiana was significant. Many businesses will or already have made claims with their insurers for property damage, loss of equipment, inventory, and business interruption....more

Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C.

Storm Triggers Regulatory Precautions in NJ

As a result of the recent Tropical Storm Ida which has impacted many New Jersey residents, Governor Murphy has issued Executive Order No. 259, declaring a state of emergency. Consistent with the Executive Order, the...more

Bilzin Sumberg

Florida Governor Declares State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Elsa

Bilzin Sumberg on

On July 3, 2021, through Executive Order 21-150, Governor DeSantis declared a state of emergency due to the threat of Tropical Storm Elsa in 15 counties, including Miami-Dade and Monroe County. ...more

Proskauer - Minding Your Business

How to Freeze a Case: Defending a Price Gouging Suit after the Winter Storms

As Texas and other southern states thaw from a frigid winter storm, companies doing business in these states should assess and take steps to minimize the risk of a price gouging claims. As suits are filed in the wake of the...more

Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard,...

Winter Storm/Motor Carrier Regulations: Arkansas Governor Hutchinson Declares Regional Emergency Pursuant to 49 C.F.R. § 390.23

Governor Asa Hutchinson issued a Proclamation declaring a regional emergency for Arkansas pursuant to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) regulations at 49 C.F.R. § 390.23. Parts 390 to 399 of the...more

Lowndes

Should You Extend Your Building and Development Permits After Hurricane Dorian?

Lowndes on

In response to Hurricane Dorian, Governor Ron DeSantis has issued Executive Order No. 19-190 (reaffirming and amending Executive Order No. 19-189) declaring a state of emergency for all 67 counties in the state of Florida. ...more

Zelle  LLP

Governor Extends State Emergency in Florida in Advance of Hurricane Dorian

Zelle LLP on

On August 29, 2019, Governor Rick DeSantis issued Executive Order number 19-190 that extended the state of emergency in Florida to cover every county in the state. Hurricane Dorian is now predicted to be a Category 4...more

Zelle  LLP

Hurricane Dorian First Party Property Claims Checklist (Florida)

Zelle LLP on

On August 28, 2019, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order number 19-189 officially declaring a state of emergency in Baker, Bradford, Brevard, Broward, Clay, Duval, Flagler, Glades, Hendry, Highlands, Indian River,...more

Littler

As the Gulf Coast Waits for Tropical Storm Barry, How Can Employers Prepare?

Littler on

Residents and employers along the Gulf of Mexico are watching carefully as Tropical Storm Barry approaches New Orleans, expecting to make landfall sometime this weekend. While the storm may not develop into a strong...more

Zelle  LLP

Hurricane Michael First Party Claims Checklist (Florida)

Zelle LLP on

On October 7, 2018, Governor Rick Scott issued Executive Order 18-276 officially declaring a state of emergency in 26 counties including Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes, Washington, Bay, Jackson, Calhoun, Gulf,...more

Littler

Hurricane Florence Approaches – What Can Employers Anticipate?

Littler on

Hurricane Florence shows no sign of relenting as it barrels toward Virginia and the Carolinas. Forecasters are currently considering Florence a category 4 storm, which could strengthen by the time it makes landfall later this...more

Akerman LLP

New Emergency Declarations Allow Extension of Development Approvals; Notification Deadline for Tropical Storm Emily Extensions...

Akerman LLP on

Section 252.363, Florida Statutes, allows certain permits and authorizations to be tolled and extended due to a state of emergency, if the permit holder files a particular notice with the agency or government which issued the...more

Littler

Employers Brace for Hurricane Irma

Littler on

With many Americans still reeling from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, the next storm is already approaching. Hurricane Irma, one of the strongest storms ever recorded, is approaching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin...more

FordHarrison

Employers Should Be Prepared to Deal with the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey

FordHarrison on

In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey, many employers are faced with questions as they prepare to resume normal operations. Some of the most common questions, such as those arising under the Fair Labor...more

Littler

Reparando los Daños: Las Responsabilidades del Empleador como Consecuencia del Huracán Harvey

Littler on

El huracán Harvey está inundando implacablemente el sureste de Texas y las áreas aledañas, resultando en inundaciones y daños sin precedentes. A medida que la tormenta se agrava, muchos empleadores se han preguntado cómo...more

Littler

Picking Up the Pieces: Employer Responsibilities in the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey

Littler on

Hurricane Harvey is relentlessly drenching southeast Texas and the surrounding areas, resulting in unprecedented flooding and damage. As the storm rages, many employers are wondering how to respond and what happens next....more

Proskauer - Law and the Workplace

Wage and Hour Considerations During Weather-Related Emergencies

As Tropical Storm Harvey continues wreak havoc across Texas and beyond, it’s the right time to revisit employer rights and responsibilities during a weather-related emergency or other major disruption. Here are some typical...more

Zelle  LLP

Hurricane Harvey – Texas Department of Insurance Bulletins

Zelle LLP on

The Texas Department of Insurance (“TDI”) issued the following bulletins pertaining to Hurricane Harvey on August 26, 2017, many of which apply to property and casualty insurers....more

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart,...

Can Your Workplace Weather the Storm? 6 Questions to Consider as Hurricane Harvey Makes Landfall

If weather reports are accurate, by the time it makes landfall, Hurricane Harvey stands to be the first major storm to hit the United States in more than 10 years. Harvey, which as of this writing is a category three storm in...more

Littler

Inclement Weather FAQs: Who Gets Pay for a Snow Day?

Littler on

As winter progresses, employers may find themselves monitoring the weather and wondering how to handle numerous operational headaches. Should a worksite close? If so: when, and for how long? Who can work from home, and who...more

32 Results
 / 
View per page
Page: of 2

"My best business intelligence, in one easy email…"

Your first step to building a free, personalized, morning email brief covering pertinent authors and topics on JD Supra:
*By using the service, you signify your acceptance of JD Supra's Privacy Policy.
- hide
- hide