Late last year, Congress passed The Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act. While New York State already had laws defining and protecting the rights of nursing employees, the new federal law creates protections for millions of more...
Employment Law For Employers
I was fired without cause: Is my noncompete enforceable?
The validity of non-compete clauses can be a hot-button issue, especially in New York, where the laws regarding non-compete clauses vary widely and change often. A question that often arises is whether these types of clauses are enforceable if an employer terminates...
Are noncompete agreements on their way out?
Noncompete agreements have been a hotly debated topic recently. Now, the future of these agreements could be in limbo as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule that would bar employers from using these clauses. The case for banning noncompete...
Employers: Mistakes to avoid when laying off workers
No one wants to conduct layoffs, but they can be crucial for a struggling or changing business. However, employers who make certain mistakes when laying people off can wind up causing more problems for themselves. Discriminating against workers Deciding who to lay off...
Millions of workers may be reclassified under proposed changes to DOL framework
In the coming months, many employers and workers could see shifts in employee classification. Recently, the Department of Labor (DOL) proposed a new framework to determine whether someone is an employee or an independent contractor. What could be changing? According...
NYC employers: Do you use automated software to screen job applicants?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool for business operations, including screening and recruiting potential employees. However, AI tools may rely on inadequate data models that promote bias among specific demographics. A novel New York City law seeks to...
What rights do New York employees have regarding cannabis?
It has been just over a year since the state of New York legalized the use of recreational cannabis. Since then, you may have run into concerns or questions about how legalization affects workers. If you are an employee If you work in New York and legally use...
What does the pay transparency law mean for New Yorkers?
The new year has brought many new laws that directly affect New York employees and employers. The most recent is a pay transparency law. This measure could dramatically improve the gender pay gap and empower employees to make informed employment decisions. Below, we...
NYC employers: Do you use Automated Employment Decision Tools?
Employers must keep up with changes in local, state and federal employment laws. Those who do not can wind up facing costly, demanding legal battles rather than focusing on running their business. For instance, if you are an employer in New York City, you should know...
Pros and cons of arbitrating an employment dispute
More and more employers are asking employees to sign arbitration agreements as a condition of employment. Below, we explain the benefits and drawbacks of these agreements for both employers and employees. What is arbitration? Arbitration is a means of resolving legal...
