As stated in our prior newsletter article, New York State Labor Law has expanded the legal protections available to nursing employees. Under the...
Pregnancy
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...
What is the Federal Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act?
Congress recently passed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) which becomes effective June 27, 2023. The PWFA provides on-the-job accommodation...
Multi-State Rules for Remote Employees
Many employers have switched their employees to remote work with no foreseeable return date in sight. More than ever, employees are being hired to...
NYC “Cooperative Dialogue” Accommodation Law
On October 15, 2018, an amendment to the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”), which requires all New York City employers with four or more...
New Guidelines Clarify the FMLA
The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has always been a challenge for employees to administer. Employers with 50 or more employees are covered by the...
New Laws for the New Year in 2016
As 2015 comes to a close, it is important for employers to review any changes in the law as of the new year. Many statutes are passed and signed...
Women’s Equality Act Bills Expand Employment Discrimination Laws
On October 21, 2015, New York Governor Cuomo signed a series of bills that are commonly referred to as pieces of the Women’s Equality Act. These...
NYC Funds More Discrimination Testers
New York City’s Mayor De Blasio has signed into law a bill that requires the City Human Rights Commission to submit fake job applications to...
Supreme Court Interprets Pregnancy Discrimination Act
Earlier today, the Supreme Court issued a decision, Young v. United Parcel Service, Inc., which will shape how pregnancy discrimination claims are...
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