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March 31, 2020

# COVID-19: Federal and Unemployment Resources

Written by: [Innovative Employee Solutions](https://blog.innovativeemployeesolutions.com/ies-blog-nb-24/author/innovativeemployeesolutions)

At IES, we believe that taking great care of our clients starts with taking great care of our staff - but we are also proud to support our community. In an unprecedent time in our history, we are faced with something none of us have ever experienced. The COVID-19 Pandemic has found many in challenging situations both professionally and personally.

In the unfortunate event that you or a family member experiences sickness or becomes unemployed, here are some resources for potential help with wage replacement.

## **Federal and Unemployment Resources**

- [Department of Labor - Families First Act - Employee Paid Leave Rights](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-employee-paid-leave)
- [Department of Labor - Announcement regarding state flexibility for UI eligibility](https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/eta/eta20200312-0)
- [Find a State Unemployment Agency](https://www.dol.gov/newsroom/releases/eta/eta20200312-0)
- [California Unemployment](https://www.edd.ca.gov/about_edd/coronavirus-2019.htm)

Please visit our [COVID-19 Helpful Resources](https://www.innovativeemployeesolutions.com/contingent-workforce-solutions/in-the-community-2/covid-19-helpful-resources/) page for additional professional and personal resources that can help you through this challenging time.

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