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Coronavirus Webinar

Combating Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns at Work (Webinar Recap)

On March 24, 2020, Julie Bastian and I presented a complimentary webinar called “Combating Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns at Work”. For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, we’re happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience.

In the webinar, we discuss:

  • Workforce Restrictions
  • Working from Home
  • Unpaid and Paid Leave
  • FMLA/Disability Leave
  • Travel Issues
  • WARN Act Compliance

The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has already had a deep and lasting impact throughout the United States, and especially in New York State.

Numerous businesses have been forced to shut down, or at least send much or all of their workforce home. Some employees can work remotely, others can’t.

State legislatures and Congress are addressing various health and financial issues on an emergency basis. This webinar includes updates on new laws and other legal requirements.

Don’t have time to watch the whole webinar right now? Click here to download the slides from the webinar.

Why You Should Watch “Combating Coronavirus (COVID-19) Concerns at Work”

There are so many difficult questions that must be answered quickly these days. We’ve tried to cover as many as possible in this webinar.

Do you have employees working from home and need direction on what that means legally?

Are you closed and have questions about unemployment issues?

Is your business declining and confronting a reduction in force? Find out what your notice obligations might be under the WARN Acts.

New state and federal laws give some employees the right to leave–with pay in many cases. What does that mean for your organization?

These are the types of issues, among others, we’ve discussed in this webinar.

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WARN Webinar Recap

Don’t Forget To WARN (Webinar Recap)

On January 23, 2019, I presented a complimentary webinar called “Don’t Forget to WARN.” For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, I’m happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience.

In the webinar, I discuss:

  • New York and Federal WARN Acts
  • Plant Closings vs. Mass Layoffs
  • Notice Timing, Contents, and Recipients
  • Nuances, Exceptions, and Penalties

Employers preparing to layoff or terminate sufficiently large numbers of employers usually must issue written notices in advance. The New York WARN Act is even more burdensome and restrictive than the federal law. In some cases, New York employers must comply with both. Many other states also have their own similar laws.

Don’t have time to watch the whole webinar right now? Click here to download the slides from the webinar.

Why You Should Watch “Don’t Forget To WARN”

The New York State WARN Act applies to private companies with at least 50 employees in New York. Covered employers might have to issue notices at least 90 days before laying off or terminating 25 or more employees, depending on the circumstances. Some exceptions apply.

These laws are very complex, with many nuances and gray areas. Here are some questions we’ll answer:

  • When do we have to give notice?
  • What information must the notices contain?
  • Do part-time employees count?
  • How much does it cost if we don’t comply?
  • What if I’m selling or buying a business?

Although you’ll ultimately want to work with an experienced employment lawyer to determine your WARN compliance obligations, this webinar will get you oriented to know when you might have a notice obligation.

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