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Attention Small Business Owners:
With the signing of the combined COVID relief bill and Omnibus bill yesterday, there is a minor update to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). This is the legislation that required mandatory paid sick leave and family medical leave. The program was originally set to expire on December 31, but the new COVID relief measures contained within the omnibus budget bill extends the tax credit for an additional quarter through March 31, 2021. The paid leave will no longer be mandatory, but if you continue to provide the leave for an employee who meets the qualifications (they have COVID symptoms, they are taking care of someone with COVID symptoms, etc.), you will still be eligible for a tax credit.
If you have questions about what type of leave may be covered or best practices for administering a COVID time-off or any time-off program, reach out to us today for a consultation.

Attention Small Business Owners:
If you employ fewer than 500 employees, the Families First Coronavirus Relief Act may have a direct effect on your business.

The bill is backed by the President and was approved by the House last night in 363-40. Should it be approved by the Senate and signed by the President, you will be required to provide PAID sick leave and family medical leave in addition to what you may currently offer.

You should always seek out appropriate legal counsel if you have any questions as to how this bill or any other may impact your business and what changes may be needed to remain in compliance.

Alex's background is rooted in business management. At 13, Alex set up his first business providing DJ services. Prior to attending law school, Alex worked in a variety of different fields, including the service, hospitality, and retail industries. In those fields, Alex has served in a variety of management roles in the areas of sales, customer service, operations, and human resources.
After graduating from law school, Alex began working full-time at a small law firm where he interned his last year of school. Most recently Alex has served as the general counsel for a multi-state company.
Alex earned his law degree from the Georgia State University College of Law where he graduated with a certificate in Intellectual Property. In law school Alex refounded and served as president of a student law association.
Alex earned his undergraduate degree in business administration with a concentration in management.
When he's not working, Alex can often be found volunteering with football and basketball games at his high school alma mater or outdoors hiking, white water rafting, or rock climbing. Alex also continues teaching lifeguard training classes each spring.
Alex is a member in good standing of the Georgia Bar Association and is admitted to practice law in front of the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Georgia Supreme Court, and the Northern District of Georgia Federal Courts.