Can I require my employees to stay home if they are sick with COVID-19?

Yes, you can require your employee to stay home. However, you should issue the employee an Unemployment Separation Package, found at: http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/HP/UC-62TwithBabel3-2020.pdf.

Your employee may file for unemployment benefits and a determination will be made concerning their eligibility. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis. However, please note that an individual must be physically able and available for full time work in order to qualify for unemployment benefits.