Dept. of Labor Guidance on COVID-19 Related Use of Paid Sick Leave and Expanded FMLA
I have received a number of inquiries from staff concerning the potential use of time
away due to the current pandemic. Specific questions have related to child care issues,
intermittent leave, and the use of employer provided PTO to either replace or
supplement that which is provided by law. I do not expect anyone to have attorney level
understanding as these are frankly complicated issues that even have the attorneys
confused. That being said, I have reproduced below some of the recent DOL guidance
that speaks to scenarios likely to arise; I ask that you read it and consider it before
calling to discuss your situation with me.
Please see Dept. of Labor Guidance on COVID-19 Related Use of Paid Sick Leave and Expanded FMLA for full article.