Cybersecurity and Privacy Risks Rise with Remote Workforce
The Bottom Line It is important for businesses to address their cybersecurity and other risks they face with a remote workforce since remote work is likely here to stay in one form or another.Employers must stay vigilant and not become complacent as time goes on, as well as maintain regular Continue Reading
SAG-AFTRA and JPC Allow for Mandatory Vaccine Policies on Production Sets
The Bottom Line Agencies and advertisers producing commercials under SAG-AFTRA may require mandatory vaccination for talent, subject to compliance with union protocols.Virtual auditions must be made available when an audition location requires proof of vaccination in order to enter.SAG-AFTRA’s Continue Reading
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NY DOL Issues Airborne Infectious Disease Exposure Prevention Standard and Model Plan
Update On September 6, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the New York commissioner of health has designated COVID-19 a highly contagious communicable disease that presents a serious risk of harm to the public health. This designation requires employers to implement their airborne Continue Reading
Perspectives on 2021: Subprime Auto Optimism and Regulation on the Horizon
New York HERO Act Establishes Additional COVID-19 Workplace Safety Requirements
Update The Act has been amended to extend the deadlines described below. The NYDOL now has until July 5, 2021 to issue industry-specific airborne infectious disease prevention standards. Once these standards are issued, employers will have 30 days to adopt a disease prevention plan in accordance Continue Reading
The Often Overlooked Vacancy Clause in Property Insurance
Additional Tax Credits to Employers Who Extend FFCRA Benefits Through September 2021
The Bottom Line Employers should coordinate with counsel as they decide whether to offer FFCRA leave through September 30, 2021 given the expanded employee coverage available under the law.Employers should also ensure that they have updated their policies to reflect expanded FFCRA (if being Continue Reading