In light of the new administration’s focus on immigration-related issues, many employers are seeking guidance on how to best prepare for a potential U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid. Employers are wise to...more
On September 11, 2020, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) promulgated revised regulations clarifying workers’ rights and employers’ responsibilities under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act’s (“FFCRA”) paid leave...more
With summer vacation season upon us and many businesses beginning the process of reopening, many employers are now dealing with employees leaving Massachusetts to travel out of state, potentially to areas of the country that...more
7/14/2020
/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Employer Responsibilities ,
Employment Policies ,
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) ,
Governor Baker ,
Health and Safety ,
New Guidance ,
Quarantine ,
Re-Opening Guidelines ,
Travel Restrictions ,
Vacation Leave ,
Virus Testing ,
Workplace Safety
On May 18, 2020, Governor Baker outlined a Four Phase Reopening Plan for Massachusetts. Beginning on May 25, 2020, certain businesses – including manufacturing, construction, laboratories, hair salons, and general office...more
Beginning May 26, 2020, employers with more than 10 employees must undertake a reasonable investigation to determine if an employee’s diagnosis of COVID-19 is work-related and recordable under the Occupational Safety and...more
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently provided “Return to Work” guidance for employers. In the days since, the EEOC has continued to update the Guidance. In one of the more significant developments, the...more
On March 14, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the “Families First Coronavirus Response Act” by a vote of 363-40. The Bill now moves to the Senate and then, if passed, for signature by President Trump....more
3/17/2020
/ Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Emergency Response ,
Employer Responsibilities ,
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) ,
HDHPs ,
Paid Leave ,
Pending Legislation ,
Sick Leave ,
State of Emergency ,
Tax Credits ,
Unemployment Insurance ,
Wage and Hour