Special Report: Coronavirus

At RSJ/Swenson, our role has always been to make the complex simple for our clients; to minimize risks and maximize human capital; and to provide expert advice as the HR outsource company of choice.

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As the world and all of our clients grapple with the impact of coronavirus, we offer this report to help you guide your workforce through the unknown in a way that can minimize risks and maximize human capital.

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There's no such thing as a natural disaster anymore. Our ability to prepare and respond to what nature throws at us is our strength — or, should we fail to do both, our vulnerability.

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We are here for you. Stay safe.

Virtually all businesses and organizations are now facing workplace related issues regarding, but not related to, the COVID-19 pandemic. There is no one-size-fits-all response to how to address all of these issues.  Please call your RSJ/Swenson HR Consultant, trusted advisor or counsel to talk about your specific issue related to your employees.

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Update April 1, 2020

• Download Employee Poster For FFCRA Leaves (now in English and Spanish)

• Department of Labor Guidance on FFCRA (updated frequently)

• RSJ/Swenson Article: Who Gets Unemployment (and how much)?

• Department of Labor Issues New Action under FFCRA

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Update March 26, 2020

Download Employee Poster For FFCRA Leaves

This should be posted in conspicuous locations at your office, and e-mailed to all remote employees. The effective date for leaves is April 1, 2020, DO NOT ISSUE LEAVES BEFORE THAT DATE!

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Update March 23, 2020

HELPFUL LINKS

The following links have been helpful to us - we hope they are helpful to you as well.

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• Full text of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

• US Small Business Administration–Guidance to Plan and Respond to Coronavirus Disease

• Center for Disease Control (CDC) – Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce – Coronavirus Small Business Guide

• Directory of State and Local Chambers of Commerce

• IRS Coronavirus Tax Relief Page (but make sure to check with your accountant)

 

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Update March 19, 2020

RSJ/SWENSON SPECIAL REPORT: THE FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT

Last night, President Trump signed H.R. 6201, now known as The Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Our report outlines the two major leave laws included in the Act, and our guidance for employers.

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CALIFORNIA: GOVERNOR NEWSOM SUSPENDS CA WARN ACT

As we've been suggesting he might, Governor Newsom has suspended the California WARN Act, retroactive to March 4.

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HR Q&A

A summary of the questions we've seen (and answers we or others have been giving). This page is updated constantly.

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Update March 18, 2020

All RSJ/Swenson employees are now working remotely. Phone calls to our office number (818.461.1874) will go to voice mail, and you will receive a call back within 2-3 hours. E-mails will be responded to much faster. e-mail us at info@rsjswenson.com. Thank you for your patience.

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HR Q&A

A summary of the questions we've seen (and answers we or others have been giving). This page is updated constantly.

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Alternatives to Layoffs

From the law firm Fox/Rothschild, a clear primer on California's Work Sharing Program, and other EDD programs.

 

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Update March 16, 2020

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​Paid Sick Leave Q&A

The California Labor Commissioner has issued guidance on a number of issues related to paid sick leave and other related topics in this Q&A.

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OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces

This is an excellent resource for employers' workplace and workforce planning.

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HR Q&A

A summary of the questions we've seen (and answers we or others have been giving). This page is updated constantly.