EMPLOYER CONCERNS DURING THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK.

• Position: BOARDBOOK: WHAT'S ON THE AGENDA?

Employment law firm Littler Mendelson polled 912 executives in a "pulse survey" during the first weeks following C0VID-19's designation as a pandemic. Here's what employers reported as their key concerns and actions they've taken in response:

* Sick pay and leave of absence issues. Determining whether to pay employees during coronavirus-related absences is a concern for 89% of respondents; 85% are adjusting sick leave policies or providing additional paid time off, or considering taking these actions.

* Staying safe. Respondents are taking several steps to keep employees safe...