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Work-From-Home Policy: What Employers Need to Know


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Until recently, the opportunity for employees to work from home was somewhat uncommon and often viewed as a perk or benefit that most of the workforce rarely, if ever, got to enjoy.

But, almost overnight, COVID-19 changed the way employers must handle work-from-home policies. Now, many employers are telling employees not to come into work unless it is essential to do so. As a result, employers no longer have constant visibility and control over the work environment. Transitioning a work force from a corporate office space to a work-from-home environment raises unique challenges in connection with ensuring a safe and secure work environment; protecting employee and client confidentiality; complying with relevant federal, state, and local employment laws; and reducing the employer’s risk of liability.

Larson O’Brien attorneys Jonathan E. Phillips, Kori L. Bell, and Emilie J. Zuccolotto partnered with Glenn Sandford, vice president of AT-RISK International, a leading provider of global security protection, to identify key areas for employers to focus on when implementing a work-from-home policy. “Work-From-Home: Preventing Liability and Ensuring Compliance” addresses employment law, workplace security, and cybersecurity issues for employers to consider. Download the information page to use as a resource here.

Recognizing that every work-from-home situation is unique and that a company’s specific industry and workforce will impact how these issues playout for its work-from-home employees, Larson O’Brien and AT-RISK International are available to discuss individual situations in more detail. If you have questions or concerns regarding your specific work-from-home environment and policies, please contact Jonathan and Glenn.

 
 

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