Wage and Hour, WARN Act, Natural Disasters

A Littler Report: Operating Through Emergencies & Natural Disasters

Littler on 1/20/2025

No matter how much advance warning is provided or experience garnered, employers and employees are often caught off guard by the devastation and uncertainty natural disasters create. Whether wildfires, hurricanes, tornadoes,...more

Navigating Employer Obligations During California’s Wildfire Disasters

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP on 1/20/2025

As Los Angeles (the “City”) grapples with the impacts of the devastating wildfires, employers are facing critical decisions about protecting their workforce while maintaining operations. While Cal/OSHA recently urged...more

Employers Under Fire: How to Address Employee Pay and Related Issues When Faced with Natural Disasters

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP on 9/6/2023

As you have no doubt seen in the news, and may have even experienced first-hand, there have been extreme weather conditions throughout the country, including fires, hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods. When natural disasters...more

COVID-19 Pandemic is Not a ‘Natural Disaster’ Under WARN Act, Federal Appeals Court Holds

Jackson Lewis P.C. on 6/28/2022

Is the COVID-19 pandemic a “natural disaster” for purposes of the notice exception of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act? “No,” says the first federal appeals court to rule on the issue....more

After The Storm: Employers Obligations Following Natural Disasters

Jackson Lewis P.C. on 9/13/2021

Hurricane Ida reportedly was the third most powerful storm on record to hit Louisiana when it landed on August 29, 2021. Indeed, more than 590,000 homes and businesses across the region still were without power as of...more

Weathering an Employer's Duties During the Storm

Lowndes on 9/8/2021

Hurricane season is only half over, with Hurricane Ida leaving a trail of damage across Louisiana and beyond, and Hurricane Larry swirling in the Atlantic Ocean, although the storm is not expected to make landfall in the U.S....more

Navigating Natural Disasters During a Pandemic – Key Considerations for Your Workforce

Littler on 8/31/2020

In the midst of raging wildfires in Northern California and the aftermath of hurricanes Laura and Marco in the Gulf states, many employers are wondering how to respond and what happens next, particularly where employers have...more

As the Gulf Coast Waits for Tropical Storm Barry, How Can Employers Prepare?

Littler on 7/12/2019

Residents and employers along the Gulf of Mexico are watching carefully as Tropical Storm Barry approaches New Orleans, expecting to make landfall sometime this weekend. While the storm may not develop into a strong...more

Hurricane Florence Approaches – What Can Employers Anticipate?

Littler on 9/12/2018

Hurricane Florence shows no sign of relenting as it barrels toward Virginia and the Carolinas. Forecasters are currently considering Florence a category 4 storm, which could strengthen by the time it makes landfall later this...more

New California Wildfires a Reminder of Employer Obligations

Littler on 8/8/2018

In what has unfortunately become a more frequent occurrence, another surge of wildfires is devastating large swaths of California. The Carr Fire in Shasta County has reportedly destroyed more than 150,000 acres, razed over...more

Working Wise: Employer Responsibilities in a Natural Disaster

K&L Gates LLP on 7/13/2018

In this episode, Nickolas Spiliotis discusses employer responsibilities when a natural disaster hits. He covers wage and hour issues, employee protections, and tips for employers. ...more

Employer Responsibilities Mount as California Fires Rage

Littler on 12/13/2017

While parts of Northern California are still reeling from damaging wildfires there two months ago, multiple fires are currently threatening Santa Barbara/Ventura, Los Angeles and Northern San Diego Counties. Fueled by high...more

Hurricane Irma: 10 Challenges for Employers

Littler on 9/11/2017

Hurricane Irma shows no sign of relenting as it barrels toward Florida and the Southeast Coast of the United States. As noted in a prior Littler article about Irma, safety and security are the top priorities at this point....more

Comprehensive FAQs For Employers On Hurricanes And Other Workplace Disasters

Fisher Phillips on 9/8/2017

This list of frequently asked questions was originally prepared by the law firm of Fisher Phillips in 2005, in response to Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma. It has been updated several times over the course of the past 12...more

Employers Brace for Hurricane Irma

Littler on 9/7/2017

With many Americans still reeling from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, the next storm is already approaching. Hurricane Irma, one of the strongest storms ever recorded, is approaching Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin...more

Reparando los Daños: Las Responsabilidades del Empleador como Consecuencia del Huracán Harvey

Littler on 8/31/2017

El huracán Harvey está inundando implacablemente el sureste de Texas y las áreas aledañas, resultando en inundaciones y daños sin precedentes. A medida que la tormenta se agrava, muchos empleadores se han preguntado cómo...more

Picking Up the Pieces: Employer Responsibilities in the Aftermath of Hurricane Harvey

Littler on 8/30/2017

Hurricane Harvey is relentlessly drenching southeast Texas and the surrounding areas, resulting in unprecedented flooding and damage. As the storm rages, many employers are wondering how to respond and what happens next....more

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