Alabama Limits COVID-19 Liability

On February 12, 2021, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed into law Act No. 2021-4, which provides a partial shield from liability related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of the Act is to encourage Alabama businesses to reopen or remain open by “providing a safe harbor to businesses that operate reasonably consistent with applicable public health guidance.” To achieve this goal, the Act limits civil liability related to COVID-19 for certain “covered entities,” as well as individuals...
By: Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C.

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