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Beyond the Name: Understanding the Full Impact of Tropical Cyclones

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During the deep summer and early fall, all eyes are on the tropics in areas prone to hurricane activity. Most storms begin as “invests,” or areas of rain shower and thunderstorm activity that is closely monitored by hurricane...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

When Bad Things Happen to Good Employers: 10 Crisis Management Tips

Crisis planning is not everyone’s idea of a good time, but an ounce of prevention is worth it when you are faced with a crisis. Here are 10 things to think about as you prepare for a possible crisis: Where is your...more

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That’s A Wrap! CDC Reduces Recommended COVID-19 Isolation Period

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On March 1, 2024, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that it is updating its COVID-19 guidance and is no longer recommending that individuals who test positive for COVID-19 isolate for five days.  The...more

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Washington State Wildfire Smoke Rules Impose New Employer Requirements

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As many Washington residents are aware, wildfires, and wildfire smoke, are becoming an increasingly regular occurrence. The increase in wildfires has often led to days—or even weeks—of smoky air throughout the state....more

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What to Do if Your Suppliers Are in Distress - Candid Conversations with Suppliers in Distress

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Williams Mullen’s What to Do if Your Suppliers Are in Distress video series describes how to identify your critical suppliers that might be in jeopardy, provides suggestions on how you can help them, and shares how you can...more

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What to Do if Your Suppliers Are in Distress - Identifying Suppliers in Distress

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Williams Mullen’s What to Do if Your Suppliers Are in Distress video series describes how to identify your critical suppliers that might be in jeopardy, provides suggestions on how you can help them, and shares how you can...more

Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt PC

Are We Really Prepared for the Next Pandemic?‎

Schwabe’s recently published report, “State of Healthcare in the Pacific Northwest,” offers reason for optimism. It notes that over 40% of the healthcare workers in Oregon and Washington who responded to the firm’s survey...more

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Monkeypox in the Workplace: Key Considerations for Employers

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As of July 26, 2022, there are 3,591 confirmed cases of monkeypox in the United States, according to US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data, and the World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General has...more

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Tornadoes and Other Catastrophic Events Can Cripple a Construction Project—And How to Respond

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Last month, a construction worker died as a storm swept through a construction site in Lebanon, Indiana. The preliminary investigation determined that the contractor was on an elevated platform while working on an industrial...more

Guidepost Solutions LLC

7 Steps for a Safe Return to the Office

As the COVID-19 pandemic appears to be entering the endemic phase, organizations are turning their attention to onsite collaboration and physical interaction among staff members, many of whom have been working remotely for...more

Stikeman Elliott LLP

Ontario’s Latest COVID-19 Restrictions: Employees Required to Work From Home Again

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At 12:01am on January 5, 2022, Ontario will implement additional COVID-19 public health measures. These restrictions include the closure of certain businesses, capacity limit reductions, and a requirement that employees work...more

Bennett Jones LLP

New Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Laws to Take Force December 1, 2021

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On December 1, 2021, sweeping changes to Alberta's current occupational health and safety legislation will come into force. The new laws rectify many of the previous challenges that arose from ambiguous and overly...more

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Cal/OSHA Issues Initial Draft Language for Proposed Permanent COVID-19 Regulations

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On September 17, 2021, the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) released for discussion initial draft text for proposed permanent COVID-19 regulations, which if adopted would be subject to renewal...more

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Better Call Saul’s Bob Odenkirk Had a Heart Attack On Set. Are You Prepared for a Medical Emergency at Your Business?

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Updated: Aug 11, 2021 - Bob Odenkirk, one of my favorite actors who stars as morally challenged criminal defense attorney Saul Goodman on Better Call Saul, was rushed to the hospital last week after suffering a heart...more

Poyner Spruill LLP

New OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard Could Impact Health Care Employer Benefit Plans

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) on June 10, 2021. The ETS directs covered health care employers to devise a plan that minimizes their employees’ potential...more

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Crisis and Risk Management Survey 2020 Summary of Findings

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To learn more about the current state of crisis and risk management, Bennett Jones commissioned an independent survey by Environics to understand what corporate concerns are most pressing for Canadian general counsel and...more

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Business Continuity Planning Part 1: Managing Risk by Developing a Business Continuity Plan

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Whether hurricanes, pandemics, wildfires, or other catastrophes like unanticipated shutdown orders, most companies are not immune to unplanned business interruptions. And while there are many legal, regulatory, and...more

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OSHA Issues ‘Stronger’ Workplace Guidance on COVID-19

On January 29, 2021, the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published new guidance on mitigating and preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. In a press release announcing the new guidance,...more

Morgan Lewis

Virginia Is First State to Pass Permanent Standard to Address COVID-19 in the Workplace

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Virginia employers should take note of how the new COVID-19 permanent standard differs from last summer’s temporary standard and ensure that training and policies are updated accordingly. In July 2020, the Commonwealth of...more

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Coronavirus metrics grim as winter sets in and U.S. awaits political transition

As the winter of 2020-21 descends, the coronavirus pandemic is raging, unchecked, from coast-to-coast while the folks in control of the federal government sulk and seem to have checked out from their governing roles....more

Robinson & Cole LLP

CDC Develops Guidelines for a Happy Holiday Season: What Employers Need to Know

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As the holiday season approaches and COVID-19 cases surge, many employers are concerned about the spread of COVID-19 in their workplaces. Most employees are suffering from fatigue, burnout, isolation, and loneliness from...more

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Governor Walz ‘Dials Back’ Minnesota’s Phased Reopening Due to Resurgence of COVID-19

On November 18, 2020, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz dialed back Minnesota’s phased reopening and ongoing loosening of COVID-19–related restrictions by issuing Emergency Executive Order (EO) 20-99, “Implementing a Four Week Dial...more

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Michigan’s COVID-19–Related Restrictions and Remote Work Requirements: the Latest Developments

Michigan’s rate of COVID-19 infection seems to be increasing each day, as does the volume of orders, rules, and guidance documents applicable to Michigan businesses operating during the COVID-19 pandemic. MDHHS Emergency...more

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Michigan OSHA Implements Proactive COVID-19 Safety Measures Applicable to Office Workers

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On November 10, 2020, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) issued an Agency Instruction creating a state emphasis program (SEP) to help ensure office workers are protected from COVID-19.  The...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

The Importance of Focusing on Data Recovery and Business Continuity

In the wake of the increase in ransomware attacks, including data exfiltration prior to or during a ransomware attack, I think it is worth the time and resources to focus on data recovery and business continuity....more

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