Employers are subject to a wide array of federal, state and local laws, all of which carry stiff penalties and potential liability for noncompliance. It can be especially hard for small and mid-size businesses to keep up. Common mistakes that can get employers into trouble include: Not keeping up to date on employment law changes….
The New York State legislature, in concert with Governor Cuomo, has recently agreed to new measures that radically change employer requirements relative to sexual harassment policies, training and the resolution of sexual harassment claims. Employers need to be aware of these new measures, as they will affect all New York State employers, and the penalties…
Stormy Daniels. Now the most famous porn star in the country, if not the world. Great for water cooler conversation, but very few lawyers ever envisioned her issues with President Trump would have any real legal significance. But her recent lawsuit against the President has brought forth an interesting question: Can a party effectively invalidate…
New York State and New York City laws are ever-changing, and the more employers know, the less risk they face. The following is a primer for employment law changes going in to effect in 2018. New York State Paid Leave Employers should already be aware of this new law, which provides paid leave to employees…
I want to provide an example in my own experience relating to sexual harassment. I was recently at an event where I had an interaction with three other colleagues. Let’s call them Mike, Judy, and Ann. I was sitting with Judy and Ann when Mike approached and gave Judy a long and awkward hug. He…
Whether it’s Fox News, Uber or most recently, The Weinstein Company, sexual harassment claims are regularly in the news. However, you don’t have to own a big company or be famous to find yourself dealing with a sexual harassment complaint. For employers, these claims can result in significant liability as well as reputational damage and…
Earlier this month, the New York City Legislature voted to ban questions about a prospective employee’s salary history. It is the latest law to limit an employer’s ability to conduct pre-employment screening and it comes with significant liability for noncompliance. The law, which will take effect November 1, 2017, will prohibit New York City employers…
Restaurants, more than any other industry, are targets for Federal and New York State Department of Labor audits, as well as private wage and hour lawsuits. Failing to properly pay workers or keep appropriate payroll records can lead to significant financial exposure for employers. The biggest danger areas that result in liability for restaurants include…
