Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources

On December 16, 2020, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued employer guidance on mandatory vaccination programs and the restrictions imposed on them by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other federal fair employment laws. Before implementing a mandate, Vizance strongly recommends that you first consult with an employment attorney to discuss the legal issues and potential risks of mandating vaccines.

This fact sheet can help you prepare for the COVID-19 vaccines.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has published two additional answers to its list of COVID-19 frequently asked questions (FAQs). The new answers clarify when employers must report COVID-19 in-patient hospitalizations and fatalities.

Frequently asked questions regarding Emergency Order 3, limiting public gatherings to no more than 25 percent of occupancy.

On October 6, Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary-designee Andrea Palm issued Emergency Order 3, limiting public gatherings to no more than 25 percent of a room or building's total occupancy, with some exceptions. This directive is effective at 8 a.m. on Oct. 8, 2020 and will remain in effect until Nov. 6, 2020.

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.

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

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 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 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.