UPDATED - We have updated several items as clarifications have been made. We will continue to update as more frequently asked questions are posed.
When Congress passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act ("CRA"),...more
4/2/2020
/ Child Care ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Department of Labor (DOL) ,
EPSLA ,
Exemptions ,
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) ,
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) ,
IRS ,
Paid Leave ,
Small Business ,
Tax Credits ,
Tax Relief
Both houses of the United States Congress have now passed the CARES Act and sent it to the President for his expected signature. Among the provisions in the 880-page Act are critical ones dealing with aid to small businesses,...more
1) Publish, circulate, and implement the latest CDC, local health department, and OSHA pronouncements on maintaining a healthy worksite and make sure you are stocked on essential product (soaps and sanitizers)....more
3/24/2020
/ COBRA ,
Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Employer Group Health Plans ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Essential Functions ,
Furloughs ,
Infectious Diseases ,
Layoffs ,
Pay Reductions ,
Union Membership ,
Vendors ,
Workplace Safety
In accordance with the CDC’s guidance on social distancing, more and more companies are increasing the number of employees working from home. As the number of employees working from home increases, so do the related cyber...more
3/22/2020
/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Cybersecurity ,
Data Protection ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Hackers ,
Phishing Scams ,
Remote Working ,
Risk Management ,
Scams ,
Telecommuting
As part of Spilman's and our COVID-19 Task Force's continuing effort to partner with you during this public health emergency, we’ve been monitoring Congress’ work on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act ("Act"). This...more
3/19/2020
/ Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) ,
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) ,
Free Health-Related Services ,
New Legislation ,
Public Health Emergency ,
Sick Leave ,
Sick Pay ,
State of Emergency ,
Unemployment Benefits ,
Virus Testing
As part of Spilman’s COVID-19 Task Force, we wanted to answer the pressing questions of many employers during this growing pandemic. Employers should consider implementing strategies and policy changes to reduce the risk of...more