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 ( [email protected] ) or Sam Finnerty ( [email protected] ), 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
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
PilieroMazza Litigators Score Major Win for Tribally Owned Government Contractor
Attorneys from PilieroMazza ’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution Group scored a major win on a motion to dismiss for a tribally owned government contractor and its employees facing complex trade secrets, non-compete/non-solicitation, and tortious interference litigation related to the award of a federal contract. The team, led by Practice Group Chair Matt Feinberg , included contributions from attorneys in the Firm’s Government Contracts and Labor & Employment practice groups. “We couldn’t be more pleased for our clients, who were completely exonerated,” said Matt. “The fact that our defense strategy combined . . . Read More
Govcon Giants Podcast: Meghan Leemon Offers Insights on SBA’s Suspension of Bona Fide Place of Business Requirements for 8(a) Construction Contracts
Govcon Giants’ podcast host Eric Coffie recently spoke with PilieroMazza ’s Meghan Leemon where she offered insights on the all-new, effective immediately, SBA policy to suspend bona fide place of business requirements for 8(a) construction contracts. Meghan covers what is a bona fide office, why was it created, and how it impacts small businesses. The discussion also goes into other rules and changes recently implemented that may affect small business government contractors. Meghan is a member of PilieroMazza’s Government Contracts Group where she counsels businesses on . . . Read More