In order to provide clarification on the federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), the Department of Labor (DOL) has issued Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) along with two informational documents directed specifically at the emergency Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and paid sick leave requirements of the FFCRA. The FAQ provides additional guidance designed to assist employers with implementation of these new requirements.
Please see the links below for the FAQ and emergency leave guidance.
- Department of Labor (DOL) FFCRA FAQ: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions
- Employer Paid Leave Requirements: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-employer-paid-leave
- Employee Paid Leave Rights: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-employee-paid-leave
If you have any questions regarding this additional guidance, please contact MedBen Senior Vice President Caroline Fraker at 800-851-0907 or cfraker@medben.com.