Millions of Americans continue to telework (or otherwise work remotely away from the worksite) during the COVID-19 pandemic. And, telework is likely here to stay for many businesses and their workers post-pandemic. The nature of telework where workers can work anytime (outside traditional or scheduled hours of work) and without […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (the “ADA”) requires that employers provide employees who have disabilities with reasonable accommodations. The Covid19 pandemic has complicated ADA compliance when employees with preexisting disabilities that present a greater risk of illness or death request reasonable accommodations—usually in the form of remote work. […]
In June, the DOL issued new guidance regarding COVID-19 and remote work. The guidance offers flexibility on complying with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) during the COVID-19 pandemic. Accurate time records are key. The FLSA requires that employers keep accurate time records of the hours worked for all their […]
Congratulations to our Founder and Managing Partner, Laura Gross! This year, she celebrates 30 years of helping clients avoid and solve legal issues in the workplace. Workplace law was a natural choice for Laura. From an early age, she understood the importance of work and self-sufficiency. Growing up, she worked […]
The CDC has issued specialized guidance on employers’ obligations when health care practitioner (HCP) employees are exposed to COVID-19. The guidance covers obligations related to four different circumstances: The HCP is exposed without adequate personal protection equipment; The HCP is symptomatic and returns to work; An infected HCP returns to […]
