We recognize that many clients have growing concerns as they continue to operate their businesses in an increasingly challenging environment due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In an effort to keep our clients and friends of the firm as up-to-date as possible on developments that affect them and their businesses, we are compiling all of our news and information, as well as important links to additional state and federal resources, on this page.
Our commitment to our clients is to continue to provide quality legal services during this challenging situation. Our lawyers will continue to keep clients and friends of the firm abreast of current information and provide guidance as we work together to combat COVID-19. We are addressing a wide range of client issues, including questions related to insurance, real estate, wage and hour, employment, tax, and contracts.
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Thank you for putting your trust in us and know that we are here to help. Please do not hesitate to reach out for information and support.

We know that it is hard to keep up with the constant flow of information from our federal, state, and local authorities as we all continue to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic and its effects on our workplaces. Across all our practice areas, the attorneys at Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston are monitoring the situation and have put together a manual of FAQs and current information to aid our clients as they navigate the constantly changing environment. The COVID-19 Pandemic – A Resource for Employers is updated regularly as new information comes in. We’ve organized the content topically and included a linked table of contents to get you to the information you want quickly and easily. Please reach out to any member of our COVID-19 Task Force with questions, or contact us at connect@ccj.com at any time—we’re here to help.
Federal Resources
U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Assistance
U.S. Small Business Administration Business Size Standards
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
EEOC – Pandemic Preparedness Guidance
State of Ohio Resources
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services – Unemployment
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services – Shared Work Program
Ohio Department of Health – Stay at Home Order
Resources for Economic Support
Local Resources
Ashland County Health Department
Holmes County General Health District