Maternity Leave During Covid-19 The Covid-19 pandemic raises concerns for everyone, but especially for new parents or those about to become parents. If an employee is pregnant or recently had a child, it is natural to have anxiety about their health and job security, as well as many questions about…

Each year, the lawyer rating service Super Lawyers selects the most outstanding lawyers in the country. These lawyers have received significant recognition from their peers and have a high level of professional achievement. This year, Minnis & Smallets LLC attorneys Aaron Minnis and Sonya Smallets have been selected as Super…

The COVID-19 pandemic has created additional uncertainty and anxiety for many pregnant employees and new parents. As employers change their businesses to comply with social distancing and stay-at-home orders, pregnant employees and new parents are increasingly concerned about job security and staying healthy at work. To respond to these concerns,…

On March 4, 2020, Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency to curb the spread of COVID-19. Governor Newsom’s orders have resulted in the closure of a number of nonessential businesses and a wide range of workplaces. As a result, many employers are reducing their workforces or allowing employees to…