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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Massachusetts Legislation Filed to Speed Up Front-Line Health Workers’ Access to Workers’ Compensation Benefits
State Representative Christopher Hendricks (D-MA) has introduced an emergency bill in the statehouse which will provide extended workers’ compensation benefits to specific emergency personnel. The bill would enable those on the front lines; EMTs and emergency room staff, to be quickly approved for benefits if they are diagnosed with COVID-19. With workers’ compensation, there is …
Tips for Delivery Workers & Consumers Throughout COVID-19
As COVID-19 continues to spread and businesses close, our reliance on essential services, e-commerce, delivery of food, goods, and supplies has increased exponentially. Significant changes have been put into place to help slow this deadly virus. Several states have ordered a “no dine-in” protocol which leaves restaurants with take-out options only. As a result, several …
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