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NEVADA EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS: CORONA-VIRUS (COVID-19) AND EMPLOYMENT TERMINATION

On Behalf of | Mar 18, 2020 | Employment Law |

We are currently experiencing high volume of inquiries regarding recent employment termination due to COVID-19. As this is also a new and novel area, things are constantly evolving, however the most basic information we can give you to help at this time is as follows:

Under FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act) and the Employment Act, you may (or may not depending on the circumstances) have a cause of action for your termination against your employer, only if:

1. You have obtained a doctor’s note confirming you are diagnosed with COVID-19;

2. You notified your employer about the diagnosis; and

3. Employer then terminated your employment due to your diagnosis.

If the above requirements are met, you should consult with an attorney immediately as you may have a legal course of action.

If you have other inquiries regarding your situation you may be able to find help by visiting the following websites for unemployment help:

https://detr.nv.gov/ – Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation

https://www.dol.gov/ – U.S. Department of Labor

https://www.usa.gov/unemployment – Official website of the United States government

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