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by Tammy Binford

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Coronavirus could be occupational disease covered by workers' comp

According to the World Health Organization, the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, presents the looming threat of a pandemic that could affect more than 50 percent the world's population. Could contracting the coronavirus be...

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Congress taking action as COVID-19 spreads

As employers see COVID-19 taking a toll on their businesses and their individual employees, they need to understand what leave time their employees are entitled to under current law, and they must prepare for new...

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CARES Act expands unemployment assistance during pandemic

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act)—a sweeping, third-wave relief package assembled in response to the COVID-19 pandemic—became law on March 27. Read on to learn how the Act affects jobless...

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Can we legally stop PTO accrual during FMLA leave?

Q Can we legally stop the accrual of paid time off (PTO) while an employee is on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave? A An employee's PTO accrual during FMLA leave is governed by the employer's internal policy...

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Be ready if Congress adds new funds to PPP business relief program

These are strange days, indeed. Aside from its human cost, the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting virtually every business in New Mexico, with some industries being hit harder than others. In response to the emergency public...

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Avoid retaliation, interference claims during COVID-19 pandemic

During the COVID-19 pandemic, employers must ensure they aren't retaliating against employees in violation of federal, state, and local antidiscrimination laws. Because of the crisis, federal and state governments are...

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Appointments matter—Scalia takes charge of DOL

One of the mysteries of the Trump administration is its apparent disinterest in the work of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and its many subagencies, divisions, and multiple roles. DOL programs, policies, oversight...

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After defeating harassment charges, beware of retaliation claim

For employers whose supervisor has been accused of sexual harassment, it isn't uncommon to win the battle but lose the war. Even if the harassment claims are disproved, the employer can end up on the wrong end of a...

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6th Circuit reverses dismissal of Nissan worker's disability claims

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers are charged with engaging in the "interactive process" with disabled employees. As part of the process, the parties must work cooperatively to determine whether...

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5 HR 'don'ts' inspired by Netflix's Tiger King

If you are one of the two people left in America who has not yet watched the true-crime documentary series Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness on Netflix and don't want to read any spoilers, you may want to turn back...

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4th Circuit: Arbitration clause prevails in SC Title VII case

The use of arbitration clauses to resolve employer-employee disputes has become more routine, and state and federal courts are generally inclined to enforce them. Case in point: The U.S. 4th Circuit Court of Appeals...

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30 days 'in the hole' not cause for termination

A recent decision by the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals (whose rulings apply to all Michigan and Ohio employers) underscores the wide deference courts give to arbitrators. Facts James Jenkins was employed by Zeon...

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New York passes permanent paid sick leave

Not willing to pass on a crisis-fueled opportunity, the New York State Legislature snuck in and passed a permanent paid sick leave benefit as part of the 2020-2021 annual budget. Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the budget...

Apr 30, 2020 · Employment Law Letter · New York

Employers required to provide paid leave for COVID-19

The new COVID-19 paid leave laws are now in effect as of April 1. Although the government provided a grace period until April 17, employers must make reasonable, good-faith efforts to comply with the new laws during the...

Apr 30, 2020 · Employment Law Letter · Texas

Emerging trends in COVID-19 paid sick leave

New York employers are starting to report many requests for sick leave benefits under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) and New York's Quarantine Paid Sick Leave Law (NYS Q-Law), raising questions about...

Apr 30, 2020 · Employment Law Letter · New York