Melanie Matamoros Cruz,left, and Susan Potter Norton,right, of Allen Norton & Blue. Courtesy photos Weathering Another Stormy Season: Natural Disaster Preparedness for Employers and Employees
Employers should consider their disaster-response plan, including which employees, if any, are required to stay for essential services as well as develop a clear line of communication to keep personnel informed of changing operational hours.
September 05, 2023 at 02:27 PM
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As Florida undergoes another hurricane season, employers would do well to review policies addressing the interruptions caused by hurricanes and the logistics of its employment practices. Employers should consider their disaster-response plan, including which employees, if any, are required to stay for essential services as well as develop a clear line of communication to keep personnel informed of changing operational hours. When natural disasters occur, employers also often face questions related to pay, employee rights and leave of absences. Below are a few tips to remember while Florida weathers another stormy season.
Employee Compensation During Office Closures
Employer obligations on paying employees during office closures related to natural disasters are dependent upon the employee's exempt or nonexempt status.
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