COVID-19

Robbins Schwartz has pioneered defining the practice of education law as a singular discipline. As we continue to expand our services, we stay involved in the ongoing development and evolution of the law.

COVID-19

Back at It Again with Updated Return to School/Work Guidance

Both the CDC and IDPH recently published updates regarding when individuals may return to school/work following a COVID-19 related event or travel.

New Election Day Requirements for Schools and Local Governments Are Here

In June, Governor Pritzker signed Public Act 101-0642 into law, creating a number of requirements aimed at helping the state prepare for holding the 2020 General Election in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

DOL Updates to FFCRA Eligibility Considering Children Returning to School

On August 27th, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) updated its Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) guidance to address nagging questions on the applicability of the leave in remote learning variations as students return to school in the fall.

ISBE is Breaking Down Barriers—That is, Previous Physical Barrier Requirements

Amid the flurry of its recent updates, ISBE modified previously issued requirements regarding the division of large rooms such as cafeterias, libraries, and gyms.

RECENT IDPH AND ISBE PUBLICATIONS ADD NEW GUIDANCE, RESTRICTIONS, AND A FAIR AMOUNT OF CONFUSION

As the 2020–2021 school year draws closer or, for some, is already here, ISBE and IDPH continue to publish new and updated COVID-19 guidance directed at Pre-K through 12 schools.

SECOND UPDATED: Return to Campus Supply Kit

UPDATED Supply Kit: Our attorneys have developed a COVID-19 Return to Campus Supply Kit for higher education institutions as of November 23, 2020. The Supply Kit contains various forms, notices and other documents for use by higher education institutions.

UPDATED: Back to School Supply Kit

We have been closely monitoring the guidance from ISBE, IDPH and the CDC. In light of the new guidance received over the last week from ISBE, IDPH and the CDC, we have updated several of our forms to ensure you have the most current and up-to-date information for your school community.

UPDATED: COVID-19 Decision Making Resources

UPDATED 8/3/2020: We are pleased to continue to provide COVID-19 resources to our Robbins Schwartz community.

#BeSafeChicago

We are excited to announce that Robbins Schwartz achieved the “Be Safe. Chicago” badge of approval for our reopening business plan in line with the City of Chicago guidelines put…

Federal Government Rescinds Policy Restricting International Students’ Ability to Remain in the U.S. if Taking only Online Courses

Written by Frank B. Garrett and John “Jack” Klinker On July 14th, the federal government decided to rescind a policy whereunder international students would be required to leave the United…