Benefitfocus lays off 250 people

Charleston-based Benefitfocus said it is laying off 17% of its U.S. workforce, a total of 250 employees, in response to the impact that COVID-19 is having on its business. In addition, all raises and promotions have been suspended, as has hiring for all noncritical positions. Executive pay has also been reduced.

Home or work order lifted; reactions mixed to outdoor dining

An April 6 executive order limiting travel has been lifted, and S.C. restaurants will be able to provide outdoor dining services beginning today. State officials encourage individuals at risk for COVID-19 to limit exposure to others.

Patriots Point to reopen May 15

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum will reopen May 15 with several improvement projects completed during its closure induced by COVID-19. Only self-guided tours will be available; educational programs, guided tours and overnight camping operations remain suspended.

Court denies Parish’s request for release

A federal judge has denied Ponzi schemer Al Parish’s request for compassionate release, ruling that he failed to establish a basis for meeting the requirements. Parish’s attorney has filed a motion to reconsider, however, based on the fact that Parish has tested positive for COVID-19.

Hot Properties

Todd P. Garrett, Tradd Varner and Daniel McClam of Avison Young – South Carolina Inc. represented the landlord, Roger K. Davis, in the lease of 9,600 square feet of industrial space at 4682 Franchise St. in Charleston to Leadec Industrial Services. Caine Halter of Coldwell Banker represented the tenant.

Coping with COVID: Conversation with Dr. Matt Bitner

SC Biz News talks to Dr. Matt Bitner, chairman of emergency medicine for Prisma Health, about COVID-19, the impact on businesses and communities, and how the coronavirus outbreak is reshaping how health care is delivered across South Carolina.
SPONSORED CONTENT

Digital edition of Business Journal

Please click for a digital edition of the latest edition of the Business Journal, and let us know how we can be of service to you and your business as our community works together to navigate the COVID-19 outbreak. Please email with any questions or suggestions.

Get all the business news delivered to your inbox:
From the Lowcountry, the Midlands, the Upstate and across South Carolina.

And check out CRBJ Biz Wire and the daily Tip Sheet
for the latest unfiltered content.

Subscribe to our print editions.