On September 17, Governor Newsom signed two COVID-19 related bills—SB 1159 and AB 685—into law. SB 1159 sets a rebuttable presumption standard establishing workers’ compensation coverage for employees who contract Covid-19. SB 1159 is an urgency bill that makes the bill effective immediately. AB 685 modifies occupational safety standards to requiring employers to notify and […]

As organizations begin to reopen their operations, organizations must learn how to conduct business safely for their customers, prospects, and employees. Organizations are faced with the daunting task of navigating through ever-evolving rules and regulations from federal, state, and local agencies. Before reopening, every organization should create and implement a safety plan with the goal […]

Are There Liability Exposures For Your Board of Directors in Connection with COVID-19? Government-ordered closures and restrictions on businesses’ operations to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 create a variety of liability exposures for your organization. While the headlines have primarily focused on important issues such as workers’ compensation and business interruption, there has been an […]

Many organizations, for the first time, are learning how to operate their business with a remote workforce. COVID-19 has upended the operations of organizations by requiring employees to use their own devices, equipment, and utilities typical to perform their job duties. As a result, employees’ personal bills have increased, such as gas and electricity, an […]

“I Can’t Wear a Face-Mask, I have a Disability.” Yesterday, Gavin Newsom issued an Executive Order requiring that a face covering must be worn in certain high-risk situations, including “[i]nside of, or in line to enter, any indoor public space.”  This Order was issued after Orange County issued a requirement that rescinded the mask requirement. […]