Our physical offices are CURRENTLY NOT OPEN unless you have been contacted and authorized by your attorney. The following is an outline of our company protocols for employees and clients to adhere to when the management team authorizes in-person meetings. Please note that these protocols are in the initial stages and are subject to change. …
SSI Recipients with Children Could be Eligible for a Larger Stimulus Check if they Act Soon
Individuals who are disabled, blind, or elderly and are receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, will automatically receive the $1,200 stimulus check if he or she did not file a 2018 or 2019 tax return. If a person did file a tax return for 2018 and 2019, then the amount he or she will receive …
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Supporting Workers Affected by Coronavirus
The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) has stated that they will be granting the first installment of 26 Dislocated Worker Grants (DWGs) in the amount of $131,384,557. This amount will go towards assisting the workforce who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Dislocated Worker Grants implement resources to states to respond to immense, unforeseen …
Nursing Homes and COVID-19
Given the communal atmosphere and nature of nursing homes, as well as the resident population it serves, (e.g. elderly persons with underlying issues) nursing home residents are at the highest risk for COVID-19. With that being said, nursing home employees are also put at a higher risk. Combative efforts regarding visitor restrictions and sick leave …
What to do if You’ve Been Exposed to COVID-19 at Work
The number of coronavirus cases have grown each day. Keches Law Group would like to inform essential workers of what to do if they are exposed at work. Please see here to access the full list of who is considered to be an “essential worker.” Above all as an employer, you should be providing your …
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Employee Rights During COVID-19
Nearly 6.6 million people have filed for unemployment for the first time across the United States. Keches Law Group would like to offer some guidance regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and workers’ rights as we understand the impact this virus is having on several employers and employees. My employer said they are going to decrease my …
Resources on how to help during COVID-19
Several hospitals are facing supply shortages of medical supplies such as protective equipment throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Healthcare professionals continuously remind the public that there is an extreme lack of medical masks. Any donation made will go a long way. Here are some organizations that are accepting supplies and donations. Brigham & Women’s Hospital https://www.brighamandwomens.org/deptforms/covid-19-donations …
Working from home and getting hurt – is it covered by workers’ comp?
Many employees wonder if they can receive workers’ compensation if they are hurt while working from home. Employers could see an increase in workers’ compensation claims even with employees working from home. According to a recent article, “45% – 50% (60-70 million Americans), may try to telecommute during the coronavirus emergency” (Krause, 2020). This is …
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