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Since the Covid-19 shut downs and limitations began, I have been receiving countless calls per day as to how people should act and behave. Each case is different and you should always consult with your lawyer about the specifics in your case. This article published in the NY Law Journal provides a perspective from a matrimonial Judge and is a good and informative read. Again, always consult with your lawyer - there is no cookie cutter responses at a time like this!

Empire State Development has issued the following guidance: Law firms and other providers of legal services are essential businesses only to the extent that th...eir services are currently needed to support the essential functions of health care providers, utilities, state and local governments, the federal government, financial institutions, businesses that have been designated as essential; or to support criminal defendants in court proceedings or individuals in emergency family court proceedings; or to participate in proceedings concerning the imminent release or detention of individuals subject to criminal or civil detention under any applicable provision of state or federal law, or proceedings to address emergency risks to health, safety, or welfare. Governor Cuomo has empowered Empire State Development, New York State’s economic development agency, with the authority to issue opinions regarding whether a business is essential and permitted to operate at full capacity. A law signed on March 3 expands the authority of the Governor under Section 29-a of Article 2-B of the Executive Law to suspend, modify, or issue directives in response to a declared State disaster emergency.

What does it mean? 100 Percent of Non-Essential Workforce Ordered to work from home- see link attached for definitions of Essential. Stay safe everyone! http://url35.membercentral.com/ls/click