Here are the answers to some emerging questions about the coronavirus in the workplace.
The coronavirus outbreak is upending the workplace, tearing millions of Americans from their jobs and forcing many others to work from home.Earlier this month, Congress enacted one law saying workers will get paid leave if they’ve been infected by COVID-19, or if they need to miss work to care for sick relatives or children who are suddenly home from school.
However, many businesses may still need to let workers go because of the outbreak’s economic consequences, said Alka Ramchandani-Raj, of counsel at Littler Mendelson, a firm representing employers. The office has also been getting calls from workers alleging that they are being forced to show up for work despite the state’s “shelter in place” order and their ability to work from home.
Coronavirus symptoms include a fever, cough and shortness of breath, according to the Centers for Disease Control — which also says people should leave the workplace if they feel sick, minimize their contact with others and stay at home except to get medical care. Is my boss obligated to pay for gloves, wipes, sanitizer and cleaning supplies if I have to come to work? Yes, according to a Department of Labor spokeswoman.
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