Stay up-to-date with Coronavirus (COVID-19) information and resources for your business
Note: This page will be updated frequently.
Coronavirus (Covid-19) has affected business in some way over the past year which is why we at ERG Payroll & HR Services have made this useful list of resources for your small business during the pandemic. From things such as business reopening to remote work agreements and templates for coronavirus communication to employees, we have your COVID-19 resource links listed here. If you as an employer have any questions or concerns feel free to contact us.
NEW American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Signed into Law – March 2021
- ARPA Signed Into Law Extends Optional EPSL and EFMLA
- How employers can optimize employee retention tax credits (ERTC) to offset COVID-19 losses
2021 Consolidated Appropriations Act (Updates As of 12/29/2020)
- Second Round of PPP Loans: Newest Updates for Small Businesses
- COVID Relief Bill: Paid Leave Extended Until March
Business Reopenings / Return to Work
- NEW! How To Get My PPP Loan Forgiven: New PPP Flexibility Act Updates
- SC Unemployment Insurance Rules for Employers
- What do I do if my Employees Don’t Feel Safe Returning to Work?
- When Do I have Remote Employees Return to Work?
- Business Reopenings in South Carolina: Next Step of COVID-19
- Business Reopening Checklist
- Deciding Who to Recall from Furlough or Layoff: A Quick Start Guide
- Welcome Back to Work Letter for Employees
- Recall from Furlough – Revised Offer Letter
- Federal and State Resources
- Current FAQs
Family First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
- NEW! How To Get My PPP Loan Forgiven: New PPP Flexibility Act Updates
- FFCRA: New Rule and Guidance from the DOL and IRS
- FFCRA Updates and Cares Act Provisions
- DOL Releases Required FFCRA Poster
- How to Pay for Leave Required by Families First Coronavirus Response Act
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act
- FFCRA Video for Employers
- FFCRA Payroll Tax Credit – Easing the Burden for Employers
COVID-19 Unemployment
- NEW! How Can I Get Unemployment Approved Faster?
- Overview of Unemployment Benefits Changes Under the CARES Act
- COVID-19 Temporary Unemployment in South Carolina
- Notice of Furlough (COVID-19)
- Notice of Temporary Layoff
Videos / Webinars
- NEW! How Employers Can Accommodate Their Employees with Children
- Coronavirus Updates for Employers – What if I don’t get a PPP loan?
- CARES Act & Payroll Protection Program Webinar
- Coronavirus FAQs for Employers Video
- Coronavirus Updates Webinar from 3/26/20
- How to fill out the PPP Loan Forgiveness Application
- Top Mistakes Companies Are Making During COVID-19
FAQs
- COVID-19 FAQs
- 10 Answers for Employers Navigating the Coronavirus
- COVID019 and the FMLA from the DOL
- Fact Sheet for Employers from the DOL
- Fact Sheet for Employees from the DOL
Latest News
- Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Sample Application Form
- EEOC Guidance for Employers During a Pandemic
- Coronavirus at Work – What Precautions to Take
- South Carolina Unemployment FAQs
Coronavirus Business Resources
- Recall from Furlough – Revised Offer Letter
- EPSL and EFMLA Request Form (COVID-19)
- Essential Business Letter for Employees
- Remote Work Agreement Template for Employees
- Work from Home Agreement
- Sample Coronavirus (COVID-19) Communication for Employees Template
- How to Handle an Infectious Disease Outbreak: Frequently Asked Questions
- Acknowledgment of Receipt Company Property Form
- How to Deal with Stress at Work During a Hectic Time
This information provides an overview of a specific developing situation. It is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, legal advice for any situation.