The COVID-19 crisis has already begun reshaping the way we live, interact, and do business. Every area of life seems to have been touched by the effects of the virus, and the field of law is no exception. With most experts agreeing on the paramount importance of social distancing, many attorneys have begun instituting new ways of practicing law, seeking a way to continue advocating for their clients while prioritizing their clients’ and their...
Times are stressful as many people find themselves out of work due to the COVID-19 crisis. The United States government is working to lighten some of the financial burden. One of the first pieces of legislation to pass regarding the COVID-19 crisis is the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), signed into law on March 18th, 2020.
The FFCRA requires private employers with fewer than 500 employees to provide paid leave to employees...