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New York Restaurants: Are Your Service Charges & Tips Legal?
For restaurants across New York State, staying abreast of evolving labor laws can feel like a full-time job. One area that frequently causes confusion is the distinction between service charges and tips, as well as how to remain compliant with state law while ensuring...
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...
