This guide provides clarification for Vermont farmers and farmworkers on some of the most pressing questions raised by the COVID-19 pandemic, including paid sick leave, sick leave exemptions for small businesses, and unemployment insurance and compensation.
Disclaimer: This document was last updated April 29, 2020. The situation and the law are rapidly evolving, and we are doing our best to keep this information up-to-date. This document is for educational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Each enterprise is unique, and there may be nuances to your situation that this document does not address. For legal advice, please consult with an attorney licensed in your state.
If you are in New England, we recommend that you reach out to the Legal Food Hub to be matched with an attorney licensed in your state. The Vermont Legal Food Hub operates out of Vermont Law School’s Center for Agriculture and Food Systems, and we can be reached via the link aboce or at .
Suggested Citation
Sophia Kruszewski, Employment Law FAQ for Vermont Farmers and Farm Workers Related to Covid-19, Vt. L. & Grad. Sch. Ctr. for Agric. and Food Sys., https://www.vermontlaw.edu/sites/default/files/2020-04/CAFS%20COVID-19%20Factsheet-4.29.pdf (last visited June 1, 2024).
