Two coronovirus responses: Chateau Marmont fires workers; Commerce Casino keeps paying
by Hugo Martín, Los Angeles Times
Mar 27, 2020
3 minutes
LOS ANGELES - For decades, the luxurious Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood has been a favorite haunt of actors and musicians who enjoyed its secluded European flair and high-end amenities.
But when the coronavirus outbreak pushed hotel occupancy rates to below 30% throughout Southern California, even the famed 91-year-old hotel was forced to take drastic action: The hotel abruptly fired most of its staff without severance pay and only a brief extension of health benefits.
"In the middle of this pandemic, I'm now unemployed and will soon lose health insurance for my entire
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