CARES Act: Tax Implications
(Updated April 10, 2020) On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the CARES Act) was signed into law by President Trump. Although the CARES Act was drafted to predominantly assist small businesses, specific industries, and health care professionals; several of the CARES Act provisions were tax related. Our team of […]
COVID-19: PA Department of Health Order Directing Building Safety Measures
Since the Governor of Pennsylvania signed an Order Mandating Closure of All Businesses That Are Not Life Sustaining, many life-sustaining business and businesses operating under a waiver granted by the Department of Community and Economic Development have been struggling to implement appropriate new workplace/building safety rules and guidelines to keep employees and customers safe during […]
CARES Act: Paycheck Protection Program Documentation Checklist
With the recent passage of the CARES Act, the expansion of SBA 7(a) (Paycheck Protection Program) loans has left many businesses wondering what they can do to take advantage this advantageous program. While we are awaiting regulations and guidance on the implementation of the Program, we anticipate the following documents may be required when applying […]
COVID-19: Emergency Financing Options for Businesses (April 1)
(Updated April 1, 2020) The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak has left a lot of businesses struggling financially due to closures, reduced workload and supply chain issues. To assist businesses during these extraordinary times, local and federal resources are being allocated to provide various emergency funding options. This chart helps simplify the government financing options currently available, […]
COVID-19: Guidance for Nonprofit Organizations and Emergency Bylaws
With many governmental authorities expanding restrictions on group gatherings and issuing “stay at home” orders, FLB has provided answers (below) to some of the important questions that many individuals involved with Pennsylvania nonprofit corporations may have. We will continue to update our online postings and offer general advice on recurrent issues as they arise: What […]
Abigail M. Martin Speaks to Lehigh University Students About Real Estate Careers
Abigail M. Martin, member of the Firm’s Corporate, Business & Banking Group, recently spoke at a UCREW event, where she was part of a panel of CREW members who informed undergraduate students of Lehigh University about various careers in Commercial Real Estate. The event, presented by CREW Lehigh Valley, took place on Thursday, October 3. […]
Abigail M. Martin Discusses Entity Formation at Evolve Her
Abigail M. Martin, member of the Firm’s Corporate Business & Banking Group, spoke at the Pennsylvania Community Development and Finance Corporation’s Evolve Her event on Thursday, September 12. The educational workshop is focused on advancing women-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs. It was hosted at the Folino Estate Vineyard & Winery in Kutztown. Attendees heard from […]
Abigail M. Martin Named to “Forty Under 40” List
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. is pleased to announce that Abigail M. Martin, a member of the Firm’s Corporate, Business & Banking Group, has been named to Lehigh Valley Business’ “Forty Under 40” List. This award celebrates forty of the region’s most accomplished professionals under the age of forty. The recipients of the award are chosen by […]
Before and After the Wedding: Planning for a Lifetime of Happiness
You’ve got the ring. You’ve said “Yes!” to the dress (or dresses). He’s picked out a tux. Food. Check. Flowers. Check. Venue. Check. Ceremony. Check. The only thing you are missing is…a lawyer. Come again? That’s right: as you plan your wedding – the happiest, most memorable day of your life – you might want to […]
FLB Attorneys Participate in “Wills for Heroes”
On November 4, 2017, FLB Attorneys, Chris McLean, Abby Martin and Veronica DeAngelo volunteered their time to the “Wills for Heroes” event held at the Barristers Club in Allentown. The Wills for Heroes program provides vital legal documents free of charge to our nation’s veterans and first responders, including wills, living wills, and powers of […]