Today marks the projected peak of Massachusetts’ surge. While the federal government and some parts of the country begin to discuss the possibility of reopening, the timeline for returning to business as usual in Massachusetts is far from certain. The impact on the economy is expected to be significant as experts predict a coronavirus induced recession. Inevitably when faced with budget gaps and falling revenues, cities and towns have no choice but to reduce services and personnel. In this week’s Advisor, we offer some general information and guidance regarding some of the common issues employers face when considering whether and how to implement work force reductions.
