When an employee is directed not to report to work, must the employer continue to pay salary and benefits?
Providing the employer does not take action to layoff or separate the employee(s) the employer must continue to provide both salary and benefits to employees. Exempt employees in corporation or quasi-governmental entities must be dealt with in accordance with the policy of the employing agency. Employees who are directed not to report to work and who are continuing to receive salary and benefits must remain available for immediate recall during normal working hours.
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