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SBA’s Disaster Assistance Loan in the Age of COVID-19: “Economic Injury Declaration” by SBA Required for Missouri

By Michelle F. Schwerin / March 20, 2020 / Comments Off on SBA’s Disaster Assistance Loan in the Age of COVID-19: “Economic Injury Declaration” by SBA Required for Missouri

In order to minimize disruption to small businesses, on Tuesday, March 17, 2020, the U.S. Small Business Administration issued revised criteria for states (or territories) seeking an “economic injury declaration” related to COVID-19. A state’s governor must seek, and the SBA must issue, an economic injury declaration in order for that state’s small businesses to be eligible for the…

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COVID-19 Consequence: Tax Payment Deadlines Extended

By Laura E. Krebs Al-Shathir / March 19, 2020 / Comments Off on COVID-19 Consequence: Tax Payment Deadlines Extended

Please note, this post was originally posted on March 18, 2020. Due to quickly developing changes, this information may not reflect up-to-date announcements. Please visit the following link for updated information: COVID-19 Consequence: Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines Extended UPDATE:  Tax Filing Deadline Now Extended as Well This past Tuesday, the Government announced that the…

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COVID-19 Quandary – Healthcare at a Time of Social Distancing

By John S. Meyer / March 18, 2020 / Comments Off on COVID-19 Quandary – Healthcare at a Time of Social Distancing

Most health experts agree that social distancing is essential to minimize the spread of the novel coronavirus during the early stages of the pandemic.  This article points out some of the dilemmas healthcare professionals will likely face. 1918 Influenza in Missouri In 1918, St. Louis City Health Commissioner, Dr. Max C. Starkloff, imposed severe restrictions…

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