


How Two New Laws Will Affect New York Employers This Year
Two laws – one that has just taken effect and one that will take effect shortly – will impact many New York employers. Learn about the Retail Worker Safety Act and the jury duty pay increase law below. New York Requires Retail Workplace Violence Prevention Measures...
The Significant Child Labor Reforms New York Employers Need to Know
On May 9, 2025, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed into law several provisions under the 2025-26 New York state budget, including significant child labor reforms. Among the child labor reforms are increased civil penalties for violations, which become effective...
What Types of Employee Leave are New York Employers Required to Provide?
Employers may provide their employees with various types of paid or unpaid leave as part of their overall compensation packages, including vacation time, personal leave and sick leave. Employers have some flexibility when it comes to establishing or negotiating...