On June 1, 2020, in a 2-1 decision, the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (6th Circuit) ruled that the voluntary contributions to an employer’s qualified retirement plan (e.g., a 401(k)) by a person in Chapter 13 bankruptcy are excluded from “disposable income” for purposes of determining how much of her post-filing […]
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Contracts, Force Majeure and COVID-19 Impacts: What You Need to Know
Every industry has been or will be affected by the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. Accordingly, as the world continues to grapple with the ongoing health and financial crisis, businesses are trying to determine and guard against the impacts. For example, there are ongoing contractual obligations to many parties and in a multitude of areas, […]
“Save Small Business” Initiative and Grant Fund from U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation
In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a private sector 501(c)(3) organization and an affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has launched the “Save Small Business Initiative.” This initiative is a nationwide program focusing on small businesses’ immediate needs, efforts to mitigate closures and job losses, and mobilizing support […]
Real Estate Market and COVID-19 Crisis: Impacts, Lessons and Plans
The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has pushed the U.S., and the rest of the world, into an economic recession. All stakeholders in the real estate market – lenders, borrowers, landlords, and tenants – will suffer consequences, and many, severely. To help those who are affected understand and respond to the impacts, this article reviews the current […]
USCIS Provides Updated Response to COVID-19 Crisis
The U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that all offices will remain closed through May 3, 2020, or until further notice. Therefore, please note the following impacts: All scheduled in-person appointments, hearings, and interviews during this time are automatically canceled. USCIS will automatically reschedule all canceled appointments by mailing new appointment notices to […]
Families First Coronavirus Response Act Impacts Employees and Employers
Due to the damaging effects that the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic is having on health and finances, the United States Congress continues to pass legislation to help provide relief to people. One of the larger bills recently signed into law is the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The full FFCRA actually contains several bills or […]
Immigration Services and COVID-19 – Continuing to Assist Legal Needs of Our New and Existing Clients
In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, including the closings of businesses, schools, and government offices and courts around the country, the immigration department at Widerman Malek remains open and will continue to provide legal representation for most types of U.S. immigration cases. What You Need to Know During the Crisis: Safety – For the […]
Widerman Malek P.L. Hosts 7th Annual “Kickin’ It For Hope” Event to Raise Money for Children with Disabilities
We were proud to host the 7th Annual “Kickin’ It For Hope” kickball tournament which raised money for the No Bad Days Foundation, a nonprofit who provides life-enhancing medical devices and other necessities for children with disabilities that have been denied by insurance. This year, over 250 people were in attendance, and the event raised […]
Annual Kickin’ It For Hope Event for No Bad Days Foundation – Join Us Saturday, February 8
Please join the No Bad Days Foundation, Widerman Malek and members of the Brevard County community for this annual fun day of kickball and other family-friendly activities! Kickin’ It For Hope Event Details Saturday, February 8, 2020 Pre-registration: 9 a.m. ~ Games begin: 10 a.m. Viera Regional Park 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Viera, FL […]
Pierron Becomes Widerman Malek Equity Partner
Melbourne, FL (January 7, 2020) – Attorney Daniel C. Pierron becomes an equity partner at the law firm Widerman Malek. Pierron focuses his practice on representing clients in the prosecution of patents and trademarks before the United States Patent and Trademark Office and counseling inventors and businesses on various intellectual property strategies. He is also […]
