New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act (the “Act”) is expected to take effect on June 2, 2025. The Act’s implementation was pushed back due to...
Employment Law
How Can Employers Prevent Wage and Hour Claims?
As discussed in our February 10, 2025, article, misclassifying workers can result in claims for unpaid wages and overtime, as well as fines and...
ICE Raids Are Here: How Can Your Organization Prepare?
President Trump has signed numerous Executive Orders pertaining to the United States’ Immigration policies within his first few days of office. The...
Can State Discrimination Laws Extend Beyond Its Borders?
The New York Court of Appeals (Court) recently held that New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) and New York State Human Rights Laws (NYSHRL)...
When Should an Employer Consider Contacting a Litigation Attorney?
Employers are encouraged to take preventative measures to avoid employment claims by providing employees with up-to-date handbooks that outline the...
What Are the New Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Guidelines on Harassment?
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published its Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace (the Guidance) recently. The...
What is the New Rule Regarding the Federal Pregnancy Workers Act?
In our April 26, 2023, article, we informed readers of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act’s (PWFA) implementation and its extension to protect...
How Will the Final Rule from The U.S. DOL Impact Employers and Employees?
On April 23, 2024, the Department of Labor (DOL) released a final overtime rule defining the exemptions for executive, administrative, and...
What Does the Federal Trade Commission’s New Rule Mean for Non-Compete Agreements?
On April 24, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule by banning non-compete clauses nationwide. The FTC prompted such a...
What is the NYS Freelance Isn’t Free Act?
Governor Hochul recently signed the Freelance Isn’t Free Act which will go into effect on May 20, 2024, and will only apply to contracts entered on...
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