Tag: COVID-19
MIOSHA Rules Relax COVID-19 Workplace Requirements and MDHHS Restrictions Lifted
On June 22, 2021, the Michigan Occupational Safety & Health Administration (MIOSHA) issued new COVID-19 Emergency Rules for workplaces. The new rules are effective immediately and supersede the previous May 24, 2021 workplace rules. Under the emergency rules, “Employers must provide employees with a place of employment that is free from recognized hazards that are
New CDC Eviction Moratorium
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a federal Executive Branch Agency, has issued a nationwide eviction moratorium. The moratorium went into effect on September 4, 2020 and serves as an extension of sorts, to a previous Executive Order by the Trump Administration which put a moratorium on evictions for those receiving federal rent assistance.
COVID-19: Michigan Executive Orders Update Workplace Safeguards
Effective July 31, 2020, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Orders 2020-160 and 2020-161 modifying the Safe Start Order and implementing new workplace safeguards on Michigan businesses. Indoor gatherings will be limited to 10 people. Like the previous orders, employers are required to, among other items: (1) develop a COVID-19 preparedness plan consistent with guidance
The Freeze on Landlord-Tenant Eviction Proceedings is About to Come to an End, Sort of
At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Whitmer issued a State of Emergency in the State of Michigan. Pursuant to that State of Emergency, Governor Whitmer has frozen all eviction proceedings for landlord-tenant disputes and for land contract disputes. The current Executive Order governing the freeze is set to expire at 11:59 PM on
Michigan Works Share Plans Allow Expanded Unemployment Compensation for Employees
As a part of Michigan’s COVID-19 relief, Governor Whitmer expanded the reach of federal unemployment benefits to Michigan Work Share Plan participants under Executive Order 2020-57. Work Share Plans allow Michigan employers to normally reduce employee hours and compensation by a set amount and affected employees can collect partial unemployment benefits at the same time
Employment Law Update: Developing a COVID-19 Preparedness Plan
Michigan’s stay at home order requires open in-person businesses to prepare a COVID-19 preparedness and response plan. Although the plan is currently required for COVID-19 any plan would also be useful for any future infectious disease preparedness. Any plan should include the following: Restrict the number of employees present on premises to no more than
Remote Notarization and Witnessing for Estate Plans and Real Estate Documents
Remote Notarization and Witnessing is now allowed in Michigan under Executive Order 2020-41 throughout Michigan’s COVID-19 emergency. Physical presence in front of notary and the requirement for physical original signatures have been temporarily suspended under Michigan’s Notary Act and the Uniform Real Property Electronic Recording Act. A licensed notary with a valid notarial commission may
Real Estate Law Update: Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Order Extending Moratorium on Evictions to May 15th
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an Executive Order extending Michigan’s moratorium on evictions during the COVID-19 emergency to May 15th. Governor Whitmer first suspended evictions on March 20 allowing tenants to remain in their homes even if they do not pay rent on time. Many Michigan District Courts have already imposed their own separate eviction freezes
Business Law Update: Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Order to Reopen Construction and Real Estate Industries on May 7th
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed an Executive Order on Friday, May 1st allowing the construction and real estate industries to go back to work starting at 12:01 am on Thursday, May 7th. Allowed activities include: Construction industry, including contractors such as plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians and similar workers. Real estate industry, including agents, appraisers, brokers, inspectors,
Small Business Exclusion under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which among other things will provide mandatory emergency FMLA leave and sick leave, is effective April 1, 2020 and ends December 31, 2020. Employers must post a notice about leave entitlements in a conspicuous location at their business. If you require a copy of the notice, please contact Shinners