With so much changing in employment, we know a lot of people have questions.  Here are some useful links for employees and employers regarding COVID-19.  If you have further questions, please email any of our attorneys directly. 

Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)

Expands employee coverage under FMLA and provides for emergency paid sick leave. Took effect April 2, 2020 and expires December 31, 2020.

H.R. 6201

Questions and answers about the FFCRA

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Guidance

On March 19, 2020, the EEOC issued guidance on rights and obligations under the under the Americans With Disabilities Act in the face of an epidemic or pandemic:

https://www.eeoc.gov/facts/pandemic_flu.html?mc_cid=0f5c4e93d9&mc_eid=8417e26563#q6

Occupational and Safety Health Act (OSHA)

Guidance on Preparing Workplaces with COVID-19:

https://www.osha.gov/Publications/OSHA3990.pdf

MIOSHA

How to file a complaint under the Michigan Occupational and Safety Health Act:

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_11407-93835–,00.html

Michigan Governor’s Executive Orders:

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705—,00.html

Michigan Attorney General

Know your Employment Rights

https://www.michigan.gov/ag/0,4534,7-359-98784—,00.html

Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency

How to file for unemployment benefits:

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_97241—,00.html