Ericka B. Elliott
Governor Hochul Requires Employers to Activate HERO Act Safety Plans
On September 6, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that she would begin enforcing the NY HERO Act, which mandates extensive health ...
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Ryan T. Biesenbach
- Aug 19, 2021
- 4 min
OSHA ISSUES UNCLEAR GUIDANCE TO EMPLOYERS ON MASKING FOR FULLY VACCINATED EMPLOYEES
OSHA updated its guidance, “Protecting Workers: Guidance on Mitigating and Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in the Workplace”
Paul F. Keneally
- Aug 13, 2021
- 2 min
Employers Continue to Face Tricky COVID Issues as Delta Variant Spreads
Many employers thought they were done grappling with COVID issues as the Summer of 2021 progressed, but that is now clearly not the case.
David H. Fitch
- Jul 13, 2021
- 6 min
Are the Floodgates of Litigation Now Open For Covid-19 Medical Malpractice Claims?
In addition to David H. Fitch, this post was authored with input from Margaret E. Somerset. By all accounts, we are back to normal...
Paul F. Keneally
- Jul 7, 2021
- 2 min
HERO Act Airborne Infectious Disease Prevention Plan Materials Released
On July 6, 2021, and pursuant to the recently enacted New York State HERO Act, the New York State Department of Labor released...
Paul F. Keneally
- Jun 16, 2021
- 2 min
NYS & OSHA Update COVID Office Regulations
As expected, following recent changes in the Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”) general COVID guidance, and New York achieving its 70%...
Colin D. Ramsey
- May 26, 2021
- 3 min
Are Vaccine Mandates Legal?
Life is finally beginning to feel a bit more normal...
Paul F. Keneally
- May 24, 2021
- 2 min
NO MORE MASKS!!! (For the most part)
Employers across New York State grappled late during the week with the State’s adoption of the CDC interim public health recommendations...
Jennifer A. Shoemaker
- May 18, 2021
- 3 min
The HERO Act Enforces New COVID-19 Workplace Health & Safety Standards
On May 5, 2021, Governor Cuomo signed into law the Health and Essential Rights Act (“HERO Act”), in response to COVID-19...
David M. Tang
- Mar 23, 2021
- 1 min
Advisory on Ensuring Access to In-person Health Services During COVID-19
This week, the New York State Department of Health released new guidance to local health departments, healthcare providers, and...
Stephanie B. Hoffmann
- Mar 23, 2021
- 2 min
The American Rescue Plan Act Renews and Expands Optional FFCRA Benefits
Employer’s mandatory obligation to provide emergency paid sick leave and family leave expired with the Families First Coronavirus Response..
Jennifer A. Shoemaker
- Mar 16, 2021
- 1 min
New York Ends Quarantine Requirements for Domestic Travelers
As of April 1, New Yorkers and visitors to the State will no longer be required to quarantine after domestic travel. The New York State...
Paul F. Keneally
- Mar 8, 2021
- 1 min
New NY COVID-19 Travel Rule for Some Who Are Vaccinated Will Get Them Back to Work Sooner
Domestic travelers to New York from at least 24 hours out of state (New Yorkers or those who reside in another state) who have received...
Stephanie B. Hoffmann
- Feb 22, 2021
- 2 min
New OSHA Guidance Encourages Workplace Safety Precautions Even After Vaccination
On January 29, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an updated Guidance concerning COVID-19 protections ...
Paul F. Keneally
- Feb 5, 2021
- 2 min
Unemployment Changes in New York: One Good for Employers, One Good for Claimants
On January 14, 2021, New York State Department of Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon issued an Order Regarding Unemployment Experience ...
Edmund J. Russell, III
- Feb 4, 2021
- 2 min
Solutions for Municipalities Dealing With The Economic Fallout of Covid-19
Even though a new year is upon us, municipalities are still dealing with the economic fallout of COVID-19 and will for ...
Stephanie B. Hoffmann
- Jan 29, 2021
- 2 min
Employers May Have to Pay New York COVID-19 Sick Leave to Eligible Employees Up to Three Times
On January 20, 2021, the New York State Department of Labor (DOL) published guidance from Governor Cuomo’s counsel office on the use of...
Steven R. Gersz
- Jan 6, 2021
- 3 min
Important PPP Loan Update
The recently enacted budget legislation (“Act“) includes some important provisions affecting borrowers under the previously enacted Paych...
Stephanie B. Hoffmann
- Dec 21, 2020
- 2 min
Mandating COVID-19 Vaccinations in the Workplace
By law enforced by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), employers have a responsibility to provide a safe workplace....
Jennifer A. Shoemaker
- Nov 12, 2020
- 2 min
New York Clamps Down on Gyms, Bars and Restaurants
As COVID-19 numbers rise in New York, Governor Cuomo has landed another blow to gyms, bars, and restaurants trying to stay afloat in this...
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