William Tamayo is the District Director of the EEOC's San Francisco District Office, a position he has held for the last five years. In his role, William oversees investigations and operations and issues findings of discrimination. He served as a regional attorney for the EEOC for 20 years prior to becoming the District Director. In this episode, William offers advice for employers seeking additional legal help when it comes to navigating today's COVID-19 pandemic.
Highlights:
- Employee refuses to work amidst COVID-19. What can an employer do?
- How can employers best protect high-risk employers (those within the 65 age group)?
- The employer has allowed their over-65 employees to stay at home with paid leave, but now younger demographics want the same benefits. How can they navigate this?
- Can you legally test your employees for the COVID-19 antibodies?
- Talk to your lawyer before you take disciplinary action. That's what they're there for!
- An employee's spouse works on the medical frontlines. What can the employer do?
- If an employee traveled outside of the country recently, can employers ask them to self-quarantine?
Resources:
Suttonhague.com
Calnevalaw.com
Eeoc.gov
William on LinkedIn
