New York Women’s Equality Act

New York Women’s Equality Act

On January 19, 2016, five bills that are part of the New York Women’s Equality Act will take effect. These new laws will help further pay equity, expand protections from sexual harassment, make attorneys’ fees available for sex discrimination claims, prohibit...
Can You Fire an Employee for a Facebook Post?

Can You Fire an Employee for a Facebook Post?

Employee rights when it comes to social media is becoming a more widely discussed issue among employers. Let’s say one of your employees posted publicly on Facebook a statement that contained negative comments directed at a specific religious group. That...
9 Ways to Keep Your Office Green

9 Ways to Keep Your Office Green

Recycling is not a new concept, but the ways in which we can recycle are increasing faster than ever. Everything from printer toner to food waste can now be properly reused, recycled, or composted. Recycling in the office doesn’t have to involve complicated...
Can Employers Require Flu Shots?

Can Employers Require Flu Shots?

‘Tis the season! As temperatures fall, the risk of illness rises. This is the time of year that many physicians recommend getting the flu vaccine. But some people are concerned about coming to a workplace where co-workers may have not been vaccinated for the...
Holiday Pay Laws

Holiday Pay Laws

Q: Am I required to pay overtime to employees who work on holidays? A: Whether you pay extra for work done on holidays is up to you. There are no federal holiday pay laws that requires an employer to pay extra for work on holidays. However, some states, such as...
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