We have been hearing from a number of clients who are facing new challenges related to employee travel/vacations and an increase in requests for FFCRA leave related to a lack of child care. If you have been focused on these issues as well, you are not alone. On June 26, 2020, the U.S. Department of [...]
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ISSUES GUIDANCE ON CHILD LABOR; PAID SICK AND EXPANDED FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE AMID SCHOOL AND CAMP CLOSURES On June 26, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor issued two Field Assistance Bulletins to clarify issues relevant to the pandemic’s effects on the workplace. Of particular interest to employers is Field Assistance [...]
This week’s advisor addresses the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and the right of gay and transgender people to be free from discrimination in the workplace, as well as the EEOC’s prohibition of antibody testing for employees returning to work and COVID-19 waivers and releases in the [...]
In a landmark opinion issued on June 15, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court in Bostock v. Clayton County, 590 U.S. __ (2020), addressed the question of whether sex discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 includes an employee’s sexual orientation and gender identity. In a 6-3 opinion, the majority concluded that [...]
It’s week 2 of Phase 2 and in this week’s Advisor we address revised guidance from the EEOC, as well as some FAQs from OSHA regarding face coverings. We also look at the requirements for the new Emergency Educator License. COVID-19 advisor vol 11 (June 15, 2020)
As Massachusetts moves into Phase 2 of its reopening plan and details start to emerge about plans for reopening schools in the fall, we resume our weekly Advisors for clients and friends. This week we address some FAQs, OSHA COVID-19 reporting requirements, safety supplies for schools, and the recent passage of Chapter 92 of the [...]
Updated guidance from DUA addressing UI benefits and employees returning to work.
Steps for reducing liability when reducing staff
The state's Division of Local Services (DLS) continues to be a great resources for municipal officers through the COVID-19 outbreak. Its website is regularly updated with materials and guidance organized by topic. TOPICS DLS Services Emergency Expenditures and Fiscal Resources Public Health and Safety Open Meetings Legislation and Emergency Actions MEMA Federal Disaster Declaration Information [...]
Special NMP COVID-19 Client Advisor