American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

June 2, 2021

On May 18th the IRS released additional guidance related to the new COBRA premium subsidies that were established under the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA).


Under ARPA employers must provide temporary 100% premium subsidies to eligible individuals who elect to continue coverage under COBRA from April 1, 2021 to September 31, 2021.


The guidance addresses a number of issues that have arisen with respect to the new COBRA premium subsidies. This includes clarifications about what types of coverage are covered by the subsidies, what terminations are considered voluntary versus involuntary, and what constitutes a reduction in hours. The guidance also provides more details on how to calculate and claim the COBRA Premium Assistance Credit.


For any questions on how this latest guidance may affect you, please contact any of the attorneys at Royal Law Firm.

Royal Attorneys Secure Summary Judgment at Massachusetts Appeals Court

December 5, 2025
Our attorneys successfully obtained summary judgment in favor of the Defendant from the Massachusetts Appeals Court in a Wage Act and contract dispute. The Complainant alleged entitlement to a substantial variable compensation award following resignation. We demonstrated that the compensation plan made such awards discretionary and contingent on continued employment at the time of payout. The Appeals Court agreed, finding that the award did not constitute wages under the Wage Act and that the Defendant acted lawfully in denying payment. All claims were dismissed in their entirety.

Amy Royal Named 2025 Super Lawyer!

By The Royal Law Firm • November 5, 2025
Attorney Amy Royal has once again been selected as a Super Lawyer ! As published by Super Lawyers Amy B. Royal is a top-rated attorney, with her firm headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts. Providing legal representation in the New England states and New York, for a variety of different issues, Amy Royal was selected to Super Lawyers for 2014 - 2016, 2019 - 2025. Attorneys like Amy B. Royal are recognized by their peers for their outstanding work and commitment to the spirit of the legal profession. Their knowledge of the law, professional work ethic, and advocacy on behalf of their clients allow them to stand out among other attorneys in the field.