OHIO BUREAU OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION // FEBRUARY 25, 2021 (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. SPRING EVENTS Governor DeWine today announced a loosening of restrictions for sporting and entertainment venues when safety protocols are followed. “The vaccines have given…
Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency // February 20, 2021 The Michigan Employment Security Act, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, and the Continued Assistance Act (CAA) require individuals collecting unemployment insurance benefits to be available for suitable work and accept an offer of suitable work. In situations where an employer makes a bona fide…
OHIO BUREAU OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION // FEBRUARY 18, 2021 (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. WEATHER DELAYS As a result of continued bad weather, vaccine shipments in Ohio and across the country continue to be delayed. Ohioans with vaccine appointments…
Michigan Department of Attorney General // February 17, 2021 Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel advises Michigan residents facing financial hardship during the pandemic may be eligible for continued rent and mortgage payment assistance, as well as deferred student loan payments. Nessel also warns that these relief programs may motivate bad actors to think of new ways to attempt to steal personal information and money. “As this nation continues to grapple with the impact of…
CITY OF CHICAGO BUSINESS AFFAIRS & CONSUMER PROTECTION // FEBRUARY 16, 2021 The City of Chicago announced that, effective immediately, indoor service at bars, restaurants and event venues can increase to the lesser of 40% capacity or 50 people per room or floor. This increase is due to the significant progress that Chicago continues to…
OHIO BUREAU OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION // FEBRUARY 11, 2021 (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. VACCINE DISTRIBUTION UPDATE Governor DeWine announced today that Ohio received a total of 214,525 first doses of vaccine this week. A total of 223,025…
Frigid weather in parts of U.S., on top of higher exports to Asia, could push levels even higher THE WALL STREET JOURNAL // FEBRUARY 10, 2021 Propane prices have climbed more than 70% since late November, thanks to an explosion in patio heating and an uptick in exports to Asia. Now, an arctic gust expected…
OHIO BUREAU OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION // February 9, 2021 (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. K-12 PROGRESS Governor DeWine announced progress toward the goal of getting K-12 students back into the classroom by March 1. In December, 45…
Eateries and grocers are selling more takeaway sushi during the pandemic, while supermarkets rush to train chefs THE WALL STREET JOURNAL // FEBRUARY 6, 2021 At a bleak moment for restaurants, sushi takeout is on a roll. Customer appetites for to-go sushi are rising, from $10 grocery-store rolls to elaborate, exquisitely packaged meals costing hundreds…
OHIO BUREAU OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION // February 4, 2021 (COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. VACCINE UPDATE Ohio is among the top five states for delivering COVID-19 vaccine doses to long-term care facility residents. As a result of…