Category Archives: Workers Compensation

What “Mask Mandate Bans” Mean for the Workplace (And What They Don’t)

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“Can I require my employees to wear masks even though the Governor of my state banned mask mandates”? -Employers in States Buzzing about “Mask Mandates” Employers frequently ask me if they can mandate that their employees wear masks per state … Continue reading

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Minimizing COVID-19 Liabilities in the Workplace

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The most frequently asked pandemic-related questions I get from employers reflect their desire to minimize legal liabilities and the financial burdens associated with them. The pandemic is bringing a surge of typical employment-related lawsuits (ie. discrimination,  retaliation, etc.)  as well … Continue reading

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Workers Compensation & COVID-19

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Workers Compensation Coverage for COVID-19 Infections Depending on the state, Workers Compensation does not usually cover “ordinary diseases of life” such as the common cold or flu, in part because it is difficult to determine where one contracted the illness.  … Continue reading

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HR Tips for Managing Work Comp & Injury Expenses

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In most states, employers are legally required to carry Workers’ Compensation Insurance, although that requirement may be contingent upon the size of the business. It protects the company in the event that an employee is injured on the job and … Continue reading

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