Category Archives: COVID-19

IRS: Employee Retention Credit Available for Many Businesses

The Internal Revenue Service has issued information about the Employee Retention Credit which is available

06
Apr
Updated Workplace FAQ’s for Healthcare Providers (FFCRA)

Healthcare providers are doing a remarkable job caring for their patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

06
Apr
Top 10 Things Employers Need to Know About New COVID-19 Rules

The FFCRA is a 124-page document, leaving many employers with more questions than answers. How

06
Apr
Additional Insights Into FMLA Under FFCRA

The DOL has issued a temporary rule applying to sick leave and expanded FMLA requirements

03
Apr
Employers May Be Able to Access Tax Credits Now

Employers required to pay additional wages to employees under the Families First Coronavirus Act, or

02
Apr
DOL Publishes Regulations Clarifying FFCRA

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released new regulations on April 1, 2020, in an

02
Apr
US Senate Releases Small Business Owners Guide to CARES Act

The U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship has released The Small Business Owner’s

02
Apr
Paycheck Protection Program Information & Application Now Available

According to the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of

01
Apr
FMCSA Provides Guidance on DOT- Required Drug & Alcohol Testing

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued guidance relating to DOT-required drug and

31
Mar
President Trump Signs FFCRA | Emergency Paid Sick Leave and FMLA

President Donald J. Trump signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, expanding the Family Medical

30
Mar
STOP THE SPREAD of Coronavirus
COVID-19 Precautions and Prevention

Our friends at ej4 have provided these videos to help all of us do our

30
Mar
FFCRA Updated FAQ’s

On March 29, the U.S. Department of Labor issued new frequently asked questions and answers

30
Mar
Small Business Emergency Loans Guide & Checklist

According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, $350 billion has been allocated as part of

30
Mar
Will Shut Down Employees Qualify for Leave?

The Department of Labor (DOL) continues to update its guidance document on the implementation of

30
Mar
CDC COVID-19 Communication Resources

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published printable communication resources available to

26
Mar
Labor Department Offers Guidance On Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Effective As Of April 1

The U.S. Department of Labor released a preliminary “Questions and Answers” page, attempting to answer some

26
Mar
FFCRA: Employee Rights Poster

The U.S. Department of Labor has released a poster for employers to display within their

26
Mar

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