Phillips Nizer (New York): The Families First Coronavirus Response Act

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (“Families First Act” or the “Act”) went into effect April 1, 2020. The Families First Act is an economic stimulus plan aimed at addressing the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak on Americans. The Act introduces paid sick leave for employees impacted by COVID-19 (including those serving as caregivers for individuals with COVID-19), by amending and expanding the Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) and by providing new benefits enabling employers and employees to cope with the current crisis. MORE.