When Do New York State Sick Leave Accruals Begin?

When Do New York State Sick Leave Accruals Begin?

Starting on September 30, 2020, all employees in New York will begin to accrue protected sick leave. New York state sick leave will not be available for use until January 1, 2021. All employers are required to provide protected sick leave, but the amount and whether...
What are the FFCRA Leave Rule Changes?

What are the FFCRA Leave Rule Changes?

A federal court in New York recently struck down four federal Department of Labor (DOL) rules related to the leaves provided by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). As a result, certain aspects of the FFCRA are now more favorable to employees....
Follow the rules even in a pandemic

Follow the rules even in a pandemic

Follow the rules even in a Pandemic Companies are scrambling to respond as the coronavirus spreads across the country.  My team and I are responding to workplace situations and incidents on a daily basis.  We meet regularly to discuss various coronavirus-related...
What to Expect for the 2020 Open Enrollment Period

What to Expect for the 2020 Open Enrollment Period

Open enrollment following the COVID-19 pandemic will be unlike any other in recent memory. Many organizations are still trying to recover from extended closures and maintain safe working environments—open enrollment is the last thing on their minds. Yet,...
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