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)...
Employment Law
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...
What Are the New Social Media Privacy Laws for Employees?
New York has joined states such as California, Colorado, and New Jersey in protecting employees and applicants from being required to share their...
What Are the Top Ten Issues that Keep Employers Up at Night?
Employers encounter unprecedented challenges that demand attentive management and strategic solutions. Below are some of the top concerns that...
What Are the New Updates Passed by the New York Department of Labor for 2024?
The New York State Department of Labor approved the wage orders for 2024 and subsequent years. Below is a list of the New York State salary rate...
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