Posted on April 2, 2020

Posted on March 25, 2020

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Here is the latest update on Gov. Lamont’s decision to close “non-essential” businesses as part of the strategy to help stop the spread of COVID-19. The Executive Order went into effect Monday, March 23, at 8:00 p.m. On Sunday, state economic development officials released guidance designed to give business owners, their employees, and residents a better understanding of the requested closures. Click… Read More

Posted on March 24, 2020

Earlier this week, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was quickly moved through Congress and signed into law by President Trump. The Act, which takes effect on April 2, 2020 and expires on December 31, 2020, amends current FMLA law in response to the Coronavirus Crisis, and provides for paid sick leave in some cases.

Expanded FMLA
The Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act (EFMLEA) benefits apply to companies with 500 or fewer employees (exceptions may apply for businesses with…