In prior alerts, we detailed the scope of the interim final rule issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) announced by the Occupational Safety and Health...more
1/14/2022
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On September 9, 2021, President Biden announced major actions intended to combat the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic called the Path Out of the Pandemic that will have a significant impact on employers across the country. ...more
9/10/2021
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On June 4, 2020, the Kansas Legislature passed the COVID-19 Response and Reopening for Business Liability Protection Act. It now goes to Governor Laura Kelly for signature....more
6/10/2020
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During these unprecedented times when businesses are deciding how to adjust work schedules and/or close facilities in light of supply and demand shortages, public health concerns and government orders limiting mass...more
On April 1, 2020 the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a temporary rule promulgating regulations on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), which created two new emergency paid leave requirements in response...more
4/7/2020
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