As we ring in a new year, we look back on a year that created significant changes and challenges to employers across the country. We expect those changes to continue in 2021. With the recently authorized COVID-19 vaccinations, the newly released federal stimulus package, and constantly changing CDC and state guidelines, employers continue to grapple with the operational issues related to COVID-19.

In this program, we will explore five key questions related to COVID-19 facing employers as we enter the new year, including whether to mandate or encourage employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine; how to manage leave requests with the expiration of leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act on December 31, 2020; and best practices for updating return-to-work policies amid changes in state and federal guidance. Questions from attendees are encouraged.