ASA: Temporary Staffing Agencies Are the Employers for Purposes of PPP Loans
American Staffing Association (04/10/20) Confusion has arisen under the Paycheck Protection Program of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security
Employer Checklist for Responding to a Positive COVID-19 Test
From JDSupra, Michael Hanlon and Anna Will Kentz provide a great checklist for employers who is suspected of having or
COVID-19: Massachusetts Enacts Emergency Bill to Waive One-Week Waiting Period for Unemployment Benefits for Workers Affected by COVID-19
From JDSupra, Julia Mitarotondo, Kathleen Parker and Mark Pomfret report on a bill that waives the one week waiting period
Staffing firms and the financial impact of Covid-19
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), the Global Advisor on Staffing and Workforce Solutions, reports on the effect of the Covid-19 virus
DHS announces flexibility in requirements related to Form I-9 compliance
The Department of Homeland Security announced that it would exercise discretion to defer the physical presence requirements for employers taking
COVID-19 Termination and Furlough Issues
Brown & Brown Insurance provides guidance on termination and furlough issues due to Covid-19 with a focus on benefits.
Baker-Polito Administration Announces $10 Million Small Business Recovery Loan Fund
BOSTON — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration announced economic support for small businesses with a $10 million loan fund to provide financial relief
Best Practices for Completing the Form I-9 Remotely during the Coronavirus Outbreak
From LawLogix, John Fay shares best practices for completing Form I-9 remotely. John writes: DHS Guidance on Completing I-9s for
American Staffing Association — COVID-19 Information and Resources for Staffing Companies
The American Staffing Association has a terrific page with information for staffing firms. Follow ASA for Latest on COVID-19 for
HIRING GIG WORKERS AND INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS IN MASSACHUSETTS
From Lawyers.com, David S. Katz provides an overview of engaging with independent contractors in Massachusetts. David writes: There are a
