Minimum Wage in New York Increasing to $15

Minimum Wage in New York Increasing to $15

Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed a law permitting the minimum wage in New York to increase to $15 per hour over the next several years. The timing for compliance with the new law is based on location within the state. Employers need to begin preparing to accommodate...
New York WARN Act

New York WARN Act

It’s not something employers or employees like to think about, but unfortunately some businesses need to conduct mass layoffs, relocate employees, or even shut down a facility. Should this situation arise, employers in New York need to be aware of the New York...
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...
New York Leave Laws

New York Leave Laws

Employers should be aware and well-informed of the more often-used leave laws like sick leave or Family Medical Leave, but other leave laws will arise with regard to jury duty, witness leave, and voting rights. Please see the New York leave laws below to ensure you...
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