This list provides a summary regarding California's WARN Act, which requires larger employers to provide advance notice prior to a mass layoff. The Right to Notice For employees of larger organizations (75 employees in the past year), the Cal-WARN Act is triggered when there is a "mass layoff."...
A summary of the new Families First CoronaVirus Response Act ("FFCRA") and the Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act ("EFMLEA") and the implications for Employees. New Employee Leave Rights Under FFCRA The FFCRA—in addition to expanding FMLA coverage—has created a new category of paid...
Ordinarily, governors love it when people from other states come to visit and spend money. But these are not ordinary times. As the coronavirus pandemic has expanded exponentially in recent weeks, several governors have said outsiders are not welcome and have taken steps to stop them. Their fear:...
There are a lot of legal questions being raised by the novel coronavirus. Lawyers are in demand in these unprecedented times. Currently, the most common concern for businesses everywhere is liability for exposing employees to Covid-19 and the legal obligations of employers generally. These...
This guide is designed to provide to your common questions about Covid-19 and it's impact on divorce, child custody, child support, spousal maintenance and other family law matters. This is not intended to be legal advice and is a summary of FAQ based on the most recent laws as of 4/2/2020....
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), Sections 5102-5110, Significantly (Though Temporarily) Expands Employee Rights, by Requiring Employers to Provide Paid Sick Leave to Employees Impacted by COVID-19, and Forbidding Them From Firing Employees for Protesting Denial of Such Leave...
Yes, there are travel restrictions in place for travel within the United States. However, the restrictions vary from state to state, and essential workers are usually exempt. Currently, 93% of the world's population is living in countries with travel restrictions because of the coronavirus outbreak,...
When an emergency requires states to issue shelter in place or stay at home orders, each state takes a different approach. Basically, these types of orders require Americans to stay at home except to do essential activities like grocery shopping or going to the pharmacy. What Exactly Is Shelter in...
A concise but not exhaustive legal analysis of the eviction moratorium ordinance enacted in Santa Clara County, California effective 3/24/2020. Similar or identical to such ordinances in the San Francisco Bay Area. INTRODUCTION This is a legal analysis of Santa Clara County Ordinance NS-9.287,...
With the passage of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), employees have questions about what the law does and doesn’t provide to those impacted by the coronavirus and COVID-19. In this article we’ll answer 7 of the most pressing questions employees face. Can I seek FMLA leave if my...
A force majeure clause discharges certain contractual obligations upon the occurrence of a force majeure event. What obligations are discharged and under what circumstances depend on the language of the specific force majeure clause. What is Force Majeure? A force majeure event is an occurrence...
We explain the new federal law, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, that expands employee's rights to sick leave due to coronavirus. What circumstances are covered These laws cover employees who are unable to work (or telework) for the following reasons related to coronavirus: - they are...
We discuss ways people with non-immigrant visas can avoid immigration problems for departure delays caused by COVID-19. If you Have A B -1 Visa - Consider A Visa Extension For non-citizens with B-1/B2 visas who worry about leaving the U.S. after their period of authorized stay has expired due to...
Parents everywhere are very concerned about how to best protect their child while abiding by the existing Court Order. What if the other parent and I cannot agree on a temporary modification? The Court Order still controls ... but ... can you and the other parent agree to modify the terms and the...
Can performance of a contract be excused due to inability to perform the terms of the contract as a result of the shelter-in-place orders in the wake of the COVID 19 pandemic? Introduction During these times of uncertainty in the business sector, issues pertaining to contractual obligations are...
Divorce is complicated, even in the best of times. But when outside forces like a pandemic or natural disaster come into play, the rules surrounding the typical legal process can change. The COVID-19 virus has caused many courts to shut down and cases to be put on hold. You need to pay attention to...
When technology and education mix, it is essential to know how to use both legally. Many schools are providing pre-approved e-learning that already aligns with your district's teaching methods. However, this can still bring up challenges such as: Teachers need to quickly learn new tech and online...
With the Coronavirus pandemic, businesses are suffering and finding it difficult to pay their employees and other bills. Please read below to learn about some of the resources that are currently available to small businesses. Paycheck Protection Program One of the newer types of assistance that SBA...
The COVID-19 pandemic has created a new set of challenges for our society, let alone the court system. Obeying one's release conditions is essential in order to minimize potential exposure, and to reduce complications with one's criminal case. The Courts' Response to COVID-19 As all of us face new...
Leaders from the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and AFCC have released guidelines for co-parenting during the COVID-19 pandemic. BE HEALTHY Comply with all CDC and local and state guidelines and model good behavior for your children with intensive hand washing, wiping down surfaces...
