March 31, 2020

How Will New NYS and Federal Paid Sick and Family Leave Laws Interact?

With expanded Federal paid sick and family leave laws going into effect on Wednesday, April 1st, learn about what both the Federal and New York State laws offer to employees and require for employers.

How will new NYS and Federal Laws interact? from Alex Berke

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NYS Announces Plan For New Sick Leave and Paid Leave in Response to COVID-19

March 18, 2020
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Governor Andrew Cuomo announced legislation on March 17, 2020, creating emergency job protections and paid sick leave for workers affected by COVID-19.

What Employers and Employees Need to Know About the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

March 17, 2020
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What employers and employees need to know about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, including expansions to the Federal Family Medical Leave Act and provisions for paid sick leave.

Pregnant Women, COVID-19 and Work

March 12, 2020
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There currently is no scientific evidence that COVID-19 creates an increased risk for adverse outcomes for pregnant women. That said, pregnant women may be more susceptible to respiratory infections, including COVID-19, and should practice precautions.

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