In this course, we take a tour through the domestic preference requirements that apply to Department of Defense procurements. We examine the differences (or no) between the Buy American Act/Trade Agreements Act rules applicable to civilian and DOD procurements, and examine the specific Continue Reading
Buy American Restrictions in the $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Law
On November 15, 2021 President Biden signed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA) allowing for investments of up to $1.2 trillion in building and upgrading bridges, roads, transit, water and sewer systems, and new broadband networks. Most of the monies will be funneled to states Continue Reading
The Fundamentals of the Trade Agreements Act
In this webinar, we introduce the Trade Agreements Act and explore when and how it applies, with a particular focus on how it interacts with the Buy American Act. We explore how to identify situations where an exception to the TAA may apply, and how to navigate those situations. We also Continue Reading
Vaccination Mandates for Federal Contractors in Limbo – What Happens Next?
On December 7, 2021, a federal court in Georgia entered an Order applicable nationwide enjoining the Government from enforcing the federal contractor vaccine mandate in covered contracts of federal contractors and subcontractors. Thousands of employers have developed policies designed to ensure full Continue Reading
The Fundamentals of the Buy American Act
In this webinar, students are introduced to the Buy American Act and the clauses and regulations implementing the BAA. We discuss the basic requirements of the BAA, and learn what exceptions to the Buy American Act requirements may apply and when. We also explore the nuances of the BAA Continue Reading
CDA Appeal Litigation: Process and Common Government Defenses
Maria Panichelli presents Deltek’s webinar entitled “CDA Appeal Litigation: Process and Common Government Defenses.” Federal government contract disputes are unique. Unlike other types of contract disputes where you can initiate an action in court, federal claims are governed by specific Continue Reading
Marijuana in the Workplace: Employer Challenges in an Age of Legalization
Chris Mayer, Pam Moore, and Hugh Murray discussed “Marijuana in the Workplace: Employer Challenges in an Age of Legalization,” during McCarter & English’s CLE virtual series. Continue Reading
Divisional Mergers: A Potential Solution to Mass Tort Liability
Anthony Bartell, Greg Mascitti, and Steven Weisman discussed “Divisional Mergers: A Potential Solution to Mass Tort Liability,” during McCarter & English’s CLE virtual series. Continue Reading
Federal Contractor Compliance with COVID 19 Protocols: Crucial Concepts and Considerations
Maria Panichelli presents at a AFCEA Small Business Webinar, entitled “Federal Contractor Compliance with COVID 19 Protocols: Crucial Concepts and Considerations.” The new COVID 19 Safety Protocols and related Task Force Guidance are among the most impactful government contracting developments Continue Reading
A Federal Contractor’s Guide to COVID-19 Protocol Compliance
Maria Panichelli presents Deltek’s webinar, entitled “A Federal Contractor’s Guide to COVID-19 Protocol Compliance.” Under the new COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, covered contractors will need to comply with a number of new safety protocols – including sweeping employee Continue Reading