Building Compliance: Construction Industry Concerns Under FCA
COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing: Critical Implications of OSHA’s ETS for Federal Government Contractors
On November 4, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published its long-awaited COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standards (ETS) for covered private employers, including nearly all private employers with 100 or more employees. The ETS is available here . The ETS sets forth workplace safety protocols mandating covered employers to implement workplace policies by January 4, 2022, requiring employees present in the workplace to be vaccinated or tested regularly. PilieroMazza ’s Labor & Employment Group addresses the critical implications of the ETS for federal . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – October 29, 2021
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . LABOR & EMPLOYMENT DOD Guidance for COVID-19 Vaccination Attestation, Screening Testing, and Vaccination Verification The Department of Defense published a memorandum that provides updated guidance for implementing additional force health protection and workplace safety measures as directed by the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force regarding COVID-19. Read more here . Related . . . Read More
PilieroMazza Submits Comments on Barriers Facing Small Businesses Contracting with DOD
On October 25, 2021, PilieroMazza ―a business law firm serving clients in the government contract and commercial business sectors―submitted comments on barriers facing small businesses contracting with the Department of Defense (DOD). This submission embodies PilieroMazza’s continued commitment to small businesses operating across the government contracting arena. View our full submission here . If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Meghan Leemon ( mleemon@pilieromazza.com ) or Sam Finnerty ( sfinnerty@pilieromazza.com ), or another member of PilieroMazza’s Government Contracts Group .
Risk Prevention Strategies: FCA Risk Prevention for Government Contractors
5 Things Every Contractor Should Know About the Contract Disputes Act
The well-worn adage that “you can’t fight City Hall” does not apply to federal government contractors. The Contract Disputes Act (CDA) provides the statutory framework governing contract disputes between contractors and the government. Although it is embodied in every government contract, its seemingly endless nuance and nearly 50 years of case law interpretation, can leave even the most experienced contractor confused at times. To prevent further confusion around the CDA, attorneys from PilieroMazza’s Government Contract Claims & Appeals Group offer . . . Read More
Weekly Update for Government Contractors and Commercial Businesses – October 25, 2021
If you have questions concerning the content below, please visit this link . Upcoming Events: Register to attend PilieroMazza’s upcoming events here . Recent Thought Leadership: Check out PilieroMazza’s recent client alerts and blogs here . BUSINESS & TRANSACTIONS PilieroMazza’s GovCon M&A Team Advises MicroTech on Sale of Subsidiary Defined Technologies to Comcast Corporation, October 18, 2021 PilieroMazza is proud to announce that the Firm advised client MicroTechnologies, LLC (DBA MicroTech) in the successful sale of its subsidiary, Defined Technologies, to Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA). Leading the . . . Read More
Construction Webinar Series: Preparing for and Managing Claims in the COVID-19 Project Environment
Click here to view the recorded session. Like most industries, COVID-19 continues to adversely impact companies operating in the construction sector. Now, with a surge in new cases across the country, construction firms contracting with the government should have a plan in place to prepare for and manage claims related to COVID. If you’re considering filing a claim or a request for equitable adjustment (REA), you’ll want to register for this timely webinar presented by PilieroMazza’s Lauren Brier and Sam Finnerty . They’ll cover the . . . Read More
Preparing for and Managing Claims in the COVID-19 Project Environment
PilieroMazza’s GovCon M&A Team Advises MicroTech on Sale of Subsidiary Defined Technologies to Comcast Corporation
TYSONS CORNER, VA – OCTOBER 18, 2021: PilieroMazza , a business law firm serving government contractors and commercial businesses, is proud to announce that the Firm advised client MicroTechnologies, LLC (DBA MicroTech) in the successful sale of its subsidiary, Defined Technologies, to Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA). Leading the legal transaction team was Government Contracts partner, Isaias “Cy” Alba , joined by PilieroMazza Mergers & Acquisitions attorneys Dave Shafer and Michael Thurmond. Commenting on the sale, Cy remarked, “This transaction is advantageous for all parties involved, MicroTech will continue focusing . . . Read More