Got questions? 

We are amidst one of the most uncertain moments of all time, certainly several decades. And small businesses are some of the hardest hit.

With social distancing rules and shelter-in-place regulations, many business owners are being forced to reduce their workforce through layoffs, furloughs, or by other means — in order to keep enough cash flow to survive.

We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions by employers, including:

• How can I save labor costs during a recession?
• What are furloughs, and how can I use them?
• How does the recent $2 trillion stimulus bill address furloughed workers?
• What are layoffs?
• Should I use layoffs or furloughs?
• Are pay cuts legal?
• How do you issue a pay cut?
• Can I reduce my employer contributions to benefits?
• Are my employees eligible for Unemployment Insurance (UI) if I reduce their hours?
• Can I move salaried, exempt employees to hourly workers?
• Can I trade time off for less pay with workers?
• What is a hiring freeze?
• Can I ask my staff to volunteer?

If you have additional questions, please write to [email protected]