News & Events
06/04/2020
Important Amendments to the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) Approved by US Senate
On June 3, 2020, the US Senate unanimously approved a previously-passed House of Representatives bill that amends key portions …
04/21/2020
Understanding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP)
The Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) started with a bang, approving loans totaling $349 billion, which have been or will soon be funded. In response to …
04/13/2020
Last week, the Federal Reserve announced a significant measure aimed at supporting businesses grappling with the economic fallout from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic: the Main Street Lending Program (MSLP). This …
04/10/2020
Financial Support for Small Businesses Amid COVID-19 Crisis
As the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic persists, efforts to support small businesses have intensified at local, state, and federal levels, offering …
04/04/2020
New Guidance on Paycheck Protection Program Issued by SBA and Treasury Department
Last week, the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Department of the Treasury released additional guidance on several critical …
04/02/2020
On April 2, 2020, the Small Business Administration issued its first formal guidance on the Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) portion of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (“CARES …
03/23/2020
On Friday, March 27, 2020, President Trump signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The new law provides extensive relief to small businesses and …
10/02/2018
In May, Gesmer Updegrove LLP once again demonstrated its prominence in the legal field as ten of its distinguished attorneys were recognized as top practitioners by 2018 New England Super …
08/14/2018
The Massachusetts Legislature’s recent passage of legislation to regulate non-compete agreements marks a pivotal moment after nearly a decade of legislative efforts. Effective October 1, 2018, these reforms usher in …
07/23/2018
BOSTON – The third annual Regatta for Entrepreneurship sets sail Thursday, July 26, 2018, benefiting the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship. The event brings together the founders of Boston growth companies …
07/10/2018
Recent Legal Developments: Sales Tax and Employment Law Updates on sales tax triggers, pay equity rules, paid leaves, and minimum wage.
In recent legal updates affecting businesses, significant changes at both …
04/09/2018
In recent news, the handling of personal data has become a focal point, particularly with the impending enforcement of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union. The …
10/19/2017
The IRS has overhauled its rules for auditing entities taxed as partnerships, including most LLCs (collectively, “Partnerships”), effective for tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2018. The changes …
05/25/2017
In May, Gesmer Updegrove LLP celebrated a remarkable achievement as nine of its distinguished attorneys were recognized as top practitioners by 2017 New England Super Lawyers. This prestigious accolade underscores …
10/25/2016
In October, Gesmer Updegrove LLP continued to shine in the legal community with seven of its esteemed attorneys recognized as top practitioners by 2016 New England Super Lawyers. This prestigious …
