HRE provides a snapshot discussion of the impact of COVID-19 from an employer perspective.
Privacy and nondiscrimination should be chief priorities as organizations grapple with the growing crisis.
Source: Human Resource Executive, March 4, 2020. Link. Employers must be mindful of all legal obligations and cannot prioritize employee health and safety over providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. By regularly communicating with employees as to current policies and procedures for managing the virus, employers will be best equipped to balance these obligations.