Stephen Mitchell recently spoke with Columbia Regional Business Report on how keeping up with the legal issues – from unemployment questions to sick leave considerations – that the COVID-19 pandemic has created for businesses is presenting a near-daily challenge for law firms. “It’s all happening quickly,” he said. “Fortunately, Fisher Phillips has a dedicated COVID-19 task force that’s looking at the changing legislation and guidance as it comes out.”
The article details the firm’s quick reaction to COVID-19, including the transformation of the homepage to a dedicated resource center and the creating of our Essential Business and SBA Loan Task Forces. Stephen added: “There are a lot of new minefields that are caused by existing laws, new laws and a new situation. This is an area that’s causing [attorneys] to look at all different elements of labor and employment law.”
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