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DOL Guidance on Expanded FMLA for COVID-19
March 25, 2020 The DOL issued a Question and Answer guidance to assist in interpreting the expanded FMLA, called the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. Some points: The DOL says the effective date is April 1, 2020. Please note this is different than most people assumed, April 2. The 500 employee threshold includes: Both full…
Expanded Access to SSI: What Maine Residents Need to Know
The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced a significant update to the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program that will benefit many individuals in Maine. This update, effective September 30, 2024, broadens the definition of a public assistance household, making it easier for more people to qualify for SSI and potentially increase the payments for current…
Rudman Winchell Welcomes Attorney Joshua A. Tardy To The Firm
Rudman Winchell is pleased to announce that Joshua A. Tardy has rejoined the firm. Having begun his career as an associate attorney at Rudman Winchell in 1993, Josh will serve the firm and its clients in an Of Counsel position as of July 1, 2018. Josh was a member of Irwin, Tardy, & Morris where…
Attorneys Kristy Hapworth and Michael Hockenbury Make Partner at Rudman Winchell
Bangor, Maine, January 1, 2022 – Our law firm is pleased to announce that attorneys Kristy M. Hapworth and Michael A. Hockenbury have been named to the partnership of Rudman Winchell, effective January 1st. As partners, both Kristy and Mike will continue to provide exceptional service and advocacy for their clients and we are excited…