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8 HR Lessons a Few Weeks into the Coronavirus Crisis
Mar 27, 2020We know that the last couple weeks have been exceptionally trying for our clients at DeWitt, and for small, medium, and large businesses everywhere. Read More About 8 HR Lessons a Few Weeks into the Coronavirus Crisis -
Complete Slide Reference to Assessing the Employment Impacts of H.R. 6201 - The Families First Corona Virus Relief Act
Mar 27, 2020 | John C. GardnerJohn Gardner recently presented during the State Bar of Wisconsin's Pinnacle seminar series where he discussed Assessing the Employment Impacts of H.R. 6201 - The Families First Corona Virus Relief Act (FFCRA). Read More About Complete Slide Reference to Assessing the Employment Impacts of H.R. 6201 - The Families First Corona Virus Relief Act -
On March 24th, the Department of Labor (DOL) published guidance and answers to questions regarding the Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Paid FMLA COVID-19 Leave provisions. Read More About Questions Frequently Asked by Employers Regarding the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA)
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Words Matter in a Time of Crisis: Force Majeure Clauses and COVID-19
Mar 24, 2020 | James T. NikolaiBuried within the boilerplate of many commercial contracts is a “Force Majeure” clause. Such clauses are often ignored until unforeseeable circumstances arise that prevent a party from fulfilling its obligations under a contract. Read More About Words Matter in a Time of Crisis: Force Majeure Clauses and COVID-19 -
On March 24, 2020, the State of Wisconsin issued Emergency Order #12, called the Safer At Home Order, closing all non-essential businesses, prohibiting public and private gatherings of any number of people who are not part of a single household. Read More About Governor Evers Issues Emergency Order #12 - Safer At Home