The State of New York Civil Litigation During COVID-19

In the wake of the measures necessitated by the COVID-19 outbreak, new questions arise every day as to how to maintain continuity of essential services. While the provision of health care remains the key priority, there will be a continuing need for people to have access to the courts. To …

March 27, 2020

Guidelines for Non-Essential Businesses and Workforce Reduction

In response to COVID-19, Governor Andrew Cuomo, by Executive Order effective March 22, 2020, at 8:00 p.m., required that all profit and not-for-profit business reduce their workforce by 100% with the exemption of “essential businesses or entities.” This raises questions as to what is considered an “essential business” and if …

March 24, 2020

Updated: Governor Cuomo Issues Order Permitting Remote Notarization

Updated August 12, 2020   Governor Cuomo has issued an Executive Order permitting documents to be notarized via videoconference through April 18th. The Order was followed by the New York Department of State issuing Guidance to Notaries Concerning Executive Order 202.7. This Order was extended through May 7, 2020, by …

March 20, 2020

Planning and Zoning Amid the Coronavirus Crisis

At Cuddy & Feder, we want to provide you with the most up-to-date information related to the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Our Land Use, Zoning & Development and Telecommunication attorneys are available to advocate on your behalf and to actively engage with municipalities and other government agencies in New York …

March 18, 2020