By arkansasovertime | Published May 7, 2020 | Posted in COVID-19 | Comments Off on Legislation Authorizes Paid Sick Leave for Workers Suffering from Coronavirus
New legislation passed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic allows certain workers to receive paid sick leave even if their employer previously did not provide it. In March, the federal government enacted the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). This law assists employers that give their employees paid time off while suffering the effects of Read More
Read MoreThe Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, passed by the federal government and signed into law on March 30, authorizes expanded unemployment benefits for Americans. Due to the major economic crisis triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic, there are several distinctions from the traditional programs that states use to support employees who have been Read More
Read MoreAs COVID-19 has plagued the United States, business leaders in every industry have gotten a crash course in virus prevention measures. Unfortunately, for many, the information regarding best practices has been confusing or even contradictory. Whether you’re an employee, a manager or a business owner, it is critical to know about the steps that should Read More
Read MoreMany people equate civil rights with racial discrimination, and rightly so. However, Arkansas workers must be aware of the various other types of discrimination in the workplace and take action when they are the victim of unlawful biases by their employer. A Little Rock employment attorney can give you a thorough explanation of how Read More
Read MoreA hundred years ago, business owners sometimes made their employees work long hours for very little pay. Arkansas labor law changed to reflect new minimum wage and overtime laws. These laws were once considered revolutionary, but are now an accepted part of business in Arkansas. Whether you are an employer or an employee, it is Read More
Read MoreWelcome to the Sanford Law Firm blog. Our offices in Little Rock and Russellville, AR handle cases involving labor law, employment law and workplace discrimination. We’re proud of our reputation for providing strong and committed representation to our clients, the hardworking people of Arkansas. We also handle cases from other states — because wherever workers Read More
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