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May 27, 2020

Two Steps Forward, One Step Back: Virginia Prepares for Statewide Entry Into “Phase One” of Reopening, While Issuing New Face Covering Mandate

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced on May 27, 2020 that the Northern Virginia Region, the City of Richmond, and Accomack County will move into Phase One of the Commonwealth’s reopening plan on May 29, 2020.

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May 27, 2020

Minnesota Update: Reopening and Returning to Work

Minnesota is moving forward with its phased approach to reopen businesses, but employers should be aware of both state and local requirements as they prepare to bring employees back to work and open their doors to customers and clients.

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May 27, 2020

Canadian Government Provides Guidance on LEEFF Program

On May 20, 2020, the Canada Development Investment Corporation (CDEV) clarified a number of factors relating to the Large Employer Emergency Financing Facility (LEEFF) program.

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May 27, 2020

Updated Covid-19 Considerations for UK Employers

As the Covid-19 pandemic stretches on, employers continue to face significant challenges to their business and their workforce. Many are now turning their minds to how they can get their workforce back into the workplace.

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May 26, 2020

Long Beach, California Follows Los Angeles and Enacts its Own Mandatory Right of Recall and Worker Retention Ordinances

The City of Long Beach, California on May 19, 2020 followed in the footsteps of Los Angeles City and adopted its own version of the Right of Recall Ordinance and Worker Retention Ordinance.

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May 26, 2020

The Open Texas Plan: Expanding Phase 2 of the Governor’s COVID-19 Reopening Plan

On May 18, 2020, Governor Abbott expanded phase 2 of his reopening plan and issued Executive Order GA-23 (GA-23).

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May 26, 2020

The Netherlands: NOW 2.0—Emergency Scheme Extended by Three Months

The Dutch Temporary Emergency Bridging Measure to Preserve Employment (Tijdelijke Noodmaatregel Overbrugging voor Werkbehoud, “NOW”) will be extended by three months.

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May 26, 2020

Administration Issues New Travel Restrictions for Brazil

On May 24, 2020, the president signed a new proclamation that enacts travel restrictions for any foreign nationals who have been present in the Federative Republic of Brazil within 14 days of arrival in the United States.

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May 26, 2020

NY Agencies Issue Joint Guidance on COVID-19 Paid Leave for Health Care Workers

On May 17, 2020, the New York DOH and DOL issued joint Guidance pertaining to an employer’s obligation under the New York State COVID-19 Sick Leave Law to provide paid sick leave to “health care employees.”

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May 26, 2020

UK: It's Not Me, It's You – Passing the Liability Buck While Working from Home

When can employers in the United Kingdom be held responsible for their employees’ actions? This article answers that question with help from a recent high-profile case.

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