Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources

On July 30, 2020, Governor Tony Evers issued an order which requires everyone ages five and older to wear a face covering when they are in an enclosed space outside of their household. It goes into effect on August 1, 2020, and is set to end on September 28, 2020.

This Quick Guide provides an overview of the most common aspects to consider when returning employees to work.

This customizable document can be used when planning to reopen a business.

The FAQ's were again updated on May 13, 2020. Question #46 addresses the issue of "good-faith" certification, with loans under the $2 million threshold being deemed to have met the certification standard. Loans over $2 million will be reviewed by the SBA.

On April 16, 2020, Wisconsin's "Safer at Home" order was extended until May 26, 2020.

A Frequently Asked Questions document regarding business interruption insurance, published by the Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI).

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act allocated $350 billion to help small businesses keep workers employed amid the pandemic and economic downturn. The Paycheck Protection Program is an initiative that provides potentially forgivable loans to small businesses who maintain their payroll during this emergency.

This 11-page guide to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provides a roadmap to the resources available to business owners, including Paycheck Protection Program, Emergency Economic Injury Grant, Small Business Debt Relief Program and other options.

This DOL poster describes employees' paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave rights under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). Employers should post this notice where other legal notices are posted for employees at the company, or send it electronically to employees working remotely.

The federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act, enacted on March 18, 2020, requires employers to provide paid leave to workers for certain purposes related to the COVID-19 pandemic. This Compliance Bulletin contains guidance from the DOL about the new paid leave requirements.

Coronavirus has created a temporary new normal for all of us. As we stay home in support of the #saferathome measures, many small, local business are struggling. It’s up to all of us as community members and clients to help support our local businesses. Here are some ways you can help from home.

Employers are increasingly faced with the question of what to do when an employee is confirmed, or suspected, to have COVID-19. This document outlines a general plan that employers can follow in those situations.

This document summarizes the most recent general guidance provided by the von Briesen law firm.

On March 18, 2020, President Trump signed into law a coronavirus relief bill requiring employers to provide paid leave for reasons related to COVID-19, among other provisions. This Legal Update summarizes the law.

This Title-by-Title Summary of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act describes each section of the act.

This guide provides information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about how businesses and employers can plan for and respond to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

This checklist identifies important, specific activities large businesses can do now to prepare, many of which will also help you in other emergencies.

Consider the strategies outlined in this checklist to ensure that your workplace is prepared for the COVID-19 pandemic.

Use this letter to communicate that your office will be closing due to COVID-19. Please note that this letter requires customization.

Use this guide to outline your company’s telecommuting, or work from home, policy and expectations, and educate your employees on best practices for working from home. Please note that this guide requires extensive customization to reflect your organization's policies on telecommuting.

This one-page fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides an overview of COVID-19 and coronaviruses in general.

Learn more about the symptoms of COVID-19 with this fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

This fact sheet from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides guidance for what to do if you are sick with COVID-19.

OSHA has published this guide to help employers prepare for COVID-19 issues in the workplace. The guide does not create new or additional employer obligations.

This Compliance Bulletin provides a summary of compliance issues facing employers in this situation.

This editable policy explains the procedure for dealing with communicable diseases in the workplace.

How might workers' compensation insurance respond to COVID-19? Does COVID-19 create a workers' compensation exposure for my business? This document provides guidance on these questions.

Many businessowners are asking about Business Income and Business Interruption coverage, as it relates to COVID-19.

This document explains how Commercial General Liability policies respond to COVID-19.

Does Health Insurance cover COVID-19? This sheet explains coverage.

This page summarizes the impact of COVID-19 on life insurance policies.

If you're not feeling well, it may be difficult to determine whether your symptoms are indicative of Coronavirus, Seasonal Flu, or the Common Cold.