Your employer has to inform you if you were in contact with another employee who tested positive for COVID. You would then have to self-quarantine...

What are my rights if any?

You are eligible for either regular unemployment or PUA because your hours have been reduced, but you must take the three hours per week you are...

Should I claim PUA?

If you continue to be unemployed because of COVID and you were laid off after February 2, 2020, then you are eligible for Pandemic Unemployment...

Is "Negotiated Departure" a negative reflection on my career? How to ask employer to remove constraint for re-hire in HR system?

Many employers include a no-rehire provision in their severance agreements. Unless you have a potential claim against your employer, it will be...

Would taking leave help?

You should seek medical help for your anxiety and request medical leave. You’ll need your doctor’s certification to do so.

Do I have a legitimate case against my employer in regards to Covid?

Sorry this happened to you. You may have a worker’s compensation claim. You should consult with a New York worker's compensation attorney as soon...

If your babysitter is unavailable due to COVID that qualifies you for the leave benefits. Yes, you must certify that no one else in the household...

Can my employer make me do a different job than what I was hired for?

You are entitled to paid sick leave under New Jersey law if you are afraid to work due to possible exposure to COVID due to your medical condition....

How can I convince my manager to terminate me now rather than wait for another 3 months?

Sorry you are facing this difficult situation. I agree with my colleague Mr. Shehan that you should hire an experienced employment attorney...

Are employee temperature screenings legal?

Yes, due to the pandemic, employers are now permitted to check employees' temperatures.