DOL Issues Field Assistance Bulletin for Telecommuter Time Tracking

DOL Issues Field Assistance Bulletin for Telecommuter Time Tracking

Telecommuting (also known as working from home), was introduced back in the 1970’s and as technology has advanced, it has steadily expanded. Today, the large number of Americans working from home due to COVID-19 has allowed many businesses to continue operations...
DHS Extends Form I-9 Requirement for the 4th Time Due to COVID-19

DHS Extends Form I-9 Requirement for the 4th Time Due to COVID-19

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has passed a 4th extension allowing employers until September 19, 2020 to inspect documents related to the Form I-9 for new hires that are currently working remotely. The previous extension expired on August 19,...
CDC Changes Quarantine Timeline

CDC Changes Quarantine Timeline

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a new timeline for individuals coming out of isolation that are not in the healthcare profession. As research has increased, the CDC now suggests that individuals that have tested positive with mild to...
FFCRA Rules Struck Down

FFCRA Rules Struck Down

On August 3, a U.S. District Judge ruled against various DOL regulations that implemented leave provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). The State of New York brought suit against the Department of Labor (DOL) regarding the mandate that an...