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July 1, 2020

States Enact Laws Limiting COVID-19 Liability

A number of states have enacted or are considering legislation that would hold employers acting in good faith harmless in COVID-19-related lawsuits.

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June 30, 2020

As the Dust Settles: Unpacking the Recent Presidential Proclamation on Visa Entry Restrictions

This podcast covers what this new rule means for both American and international employers.

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June 30, 2020

Canadian Border Closure Extended to July 31, 2020 for International Travel & Quarantine Requirements for All People Entering Canada Extended to August 31, 2020

The Government of Canada extended the restriction on foreign nationals entering Canada from destinations other than the U.S. until at least July 31. It also extended the the mandatory 14-day quarantine period for all travellers through August 31.

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June 30, 2020

U.S. Travelers Subject to Continued EU Restrictions on Non-Essential Travel

On June 30, 2020, the Council of the European Union adopted recommendations on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the European Union (EU).

Insight
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June 30, 2020

A Temperature Check on States’ Reporting Time Pay Requirements in the Era of COVID-19

This article surveys state laws that may require employers to pay reporting time pay to employees who arrive to work but must leave after exhibiting a fever, or other symptoms, during a COVID-19 health screening.

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June 30, 2020

Washington, D.C. and Maryland Expand Their Reopening Efforts

D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that the District would move into Phase Two of its reopening on June 22, 2020. Maryland has also expanded Stage Two of its reopening plan. At this point, every jurisdiction in the "DMV" has broadened their reopening.

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June 29, 2020

Quarantine Quandaries – How NY, NJ and CT’s Quarantine Period May Impact Employers

New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut issued a joint incoming travel advisory, effective June 25, 2020, requiring all individuals—including Tristate Area residents—to self-quarantine for 14 days when arriving from an “impacted state.”

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June 29, 2020

DOL Provides Guidance on FFCRA Leave Relating to Summer Camp and Program Closures

On June 26, 2020, the U.S. DOL provided guidance for investigators about employee eligibility for FFCRA paid family leave, when employees are unable to work because they are caring for a child whose summer camp or other summertime place of care is closed.

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June 29, 2020

Canada: New Work Place Harassment and Violence Prevention Regulations for Federally-Regulated Work Places Come into Force January 1, 2021

On June 24, 2020, the federal government published regulations that federally-regulated employers must follow to investigate, record, report, prevent and provide training with respect to work place harassment and violence, including sexual harassment.

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June 26, 2020

The Texas Reopening Two-Step: The Governor First Pauses Reopening, Then Takes a Step Back with New Restrictions

On June 26, 2020, Governor Abbott issued an order re-imposing restrictions on certain businesses and services, a day after he announced a pause on future reopening steps. He has instituted several recent measures in an effort to contain COVID-19's spread.

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