Here’s a little secret. Most employment lawyers historically didn’t have to pay much attention to unemployment laws before COVID-19 came along. Employees would leave jobs and either get unemployment benefits or not, for various reasons. But new enhanced unemployment benefits under the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act have suddenly created many … Read more
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 … Read more
On May 22, 2018, I presented a complimentary webinar called “Conducting Your Next Reduction in Force.” For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, I’m happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience. Click here to watch the webinar now. In the webinar, I discuss: Selection Procedures Notice Requirements Severance Programs … Read more