Legal Ramifications of Vaccine Mandates: Are Workers Eligible for Unemployment if they are Terminated for not Complying with Vaccine Mandates?

With vaccines readily available and the continued spread of COVID-19 through the Delta Variant, more and more employers are exploring vaccine mandates to ensure the safety of their workforce. While there are many factors that weigh into this issue, the decision to enact such a policy creates legal ramifications. This presentation will address the legal ramifications of a vaccine mandate, including whether employees who refuse to receive the vaccine can receive unemployment benefits.