As explained in our prior post (here), since the start of the pandemic, the Utah Department of Workforce Services (DWS) has been charging unemployment benefits for individuals who lost employment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic to “social costs.” This measure was designed to relieve employers from having to pay higher premiums when rates…
Labor and Employment COVID-19 Resources
Staging a Comeback: Rules for Re-Engaging Your Workforce in the Age of COVID-19
On April 16, 2020, the White House issued “Opening Up America Again,” a three phase state-by-state approach for reopening the U.S. economy. Some state governors, including Governor Herbert in Utah, are beginning to relax stay-at-home orders. This memo discusses the top compliance and workplace concerns your business may face as you stage your comeback. RISK…
EEOC Issues Updated Guidance for Employers: Balancing COVID-19, the ADA and Other EEO Laws (Updated 4/24/2020)
On April 9, 2020, the EEOC updated its Technical Assistance Questions and Answers guidance page to include additional information for employers during the COVID-19 pandemic, stating that the “EEO laws, including the ADA and Rehabilitation Act, continue to apply during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic, but they do not interfere with or prevent employers…
Small Business Reorganization Opportunities After COVID-19
The Combination of the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 (SBRA), and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) Create New, Streamlined, Less Expensive Bankruptcy Reorganization Route for Many Small Businesses Through passage of the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019 (SBRA), effective February 19, 2020, Congress amended the Bankruptcy Code to…
Federal Reserve Unveils Details of $2.3 Trillion to Help Economy
Article from CNBC: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/09/federal-reserve-unveils-details-of-its-much-anticipated-main-street-lending-program.html “The Federal Reserve on Thursday announced a bevy of new moves aimed at getting another $2.3 trillion of financing into businesses and revenue-pinched governments. Stock futures jumped after the announcement, which came moments after the government reported that 6.6 million new jobless claims were filed last week. Among the Fed’s measures were details regarding its Main…
Preliminary Requirements Checklist for the SBA Paycheck Protection Program
Click here for information on the Preliminary Requirements Checklist for the SBA Paycheck Protection Program: https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A78dc967d-5cab-4d27-ad08-0c91f51c6f57
Preliminary Requirements Checklist for the SBA Paycheck Protection Program
Click here for information on the Preliminary Requirements Checklist for the SBA Paycheck Protection Program: https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A78dc967d-5cab-4d27-ad08-0c91f51c6f57
New SBA Program as a Result of the CARES Act
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”) was signed into law on Friday, March 27th. The act includes a provision for SBA loans to businesses meeting certain qualifications with loan forgiveness and payment deferral relief options. Click here for more information: https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/track?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A63096d6e-b0cb-4321-885a-543f5398407b
Salt Lake County’s “Stay Safe, Stay Home” Order: Impacts on Businesses and Employers
Salt Lake County issued a Public Health Order entitled “Stay Safe, Stay Home” that is currently in effect and will continue to be in effect until at least April 13, 2020 and can be extended as needed. The intent of the Order is to ensure the “maximum number of people self-isolate in their homes and…
For Employers, Layoffs Are Not the Only Answer
For Employers, Layoffs Are Not the Only Answer As the spread of COVID-19 in the United States worsens and disrupts the economy, many business owners are looking for answers on how to keep their business afloat. As employers attempt to wade through the current uncertainty, they will be looking for ways to cut costs, and…