In response to the global pandemic of COVID-19, the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced temporary changes/modifications to the I-9 form. “Any employers who were served NOIs by DHS during the month of March 2020 and have not already responded will be granted an automatic extension for
Tips For WorkingAt Home COVID-19 has led many companies to enforce that their employees work from home. Although for many, it isn’t all that easy.The following information does not solely apply to employees who are working remote because of Coronavirus; these tips are also applicable for when you are working remote
The Pandemic:How It Made Me FallIn Love… All Over Again By BRANDON DEBENEDET For all of our fellow Americans who are out of work and struggling to get by, or have tragically lost someone, our thoughts and prayers are with you through this more than abnormal time. That being said, we
Background of the Initial PPP The US Treasury states that the Paycheck Protection Program was created to provide small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs including benefits. Funds could also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities. It’s also noted by
The following information is cited by The U.S. Department of Labor: The U.S. Department of Labor announced four new opinion letters that address compliance issues related to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The (FSLA) is a federal law that establishes rules regarding employees rights such as minimum wage, overtime pay,
The 2020 pandemic has changed the way America runs and operates (perhaps forever). Due to the unprecedented economical impact caused by COVID-19, small businesses were especially hit hard. As we near the end of the year, some have remained in survival mode. Although, new studies show that small businesses that
It’s to no surprise the impacts of COVID-19 will carry into 2021 (and even the years following). Employers need to be prepared for significant workplace changes and procedures as we near the end of 2020. For example, an increase in demand for delayed procedures and continuing care related to COVID-19
The following information is provided by the DOL: WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. DOL (Department of Labor) Wage and Hour Division (WHD) released updated guidance that “provides information to workers and employers about protections and relief offered by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The FFCRA’s paid sick leave and
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (the Rescue Plan) was signed into law on March 11, 2021 and contains several provisions regarding paid leave for employees under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) originally enacted a year ago. Below are the key points employers need to know: Extending FFCRA leave
Per the CDC: As of April 2, 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its travel guidance for fully vaccinated people to reflect the latest evidence and science. Given recent studies evaluating the real-world effects of vaccination, CDC recommends that fully vaccinated people can travel at low risk to
