Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of employers with remote employees has significantly increased. Employers are reminded to monitor employment laws and ensure compliance in all jurisdictions in which they have...more
The New York State Department of Labor (“DOL”) has released its long-awaited updated model sexual harassment prevention policy that addresses issues such as gender identity, remote work, and bystander intervention. As we...more
On January 12, 2023 the New York State Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued an updated Proposed Sexual Harassment Prevention Model Policy which, among other things, addresses remote work, gender identity and bystander...more
In his daily press conference on April 26, 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced a plan to re-open the state in phases on a regional basis. Under the plan, businesses will re-open on a business-by-business level...more
Effective January 11, 2020, the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”) has been amended to expand protections under the law to freelancers and independent contractors. Significantly, this includes the requirement that...more
1/15/2020
/ Employee Training ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Employment Policies ,
Freelance Workers ,
Gig Economy ,
Hiring & Firing ,
Independent Contractors ,
Labor Regulations ,
Local Ordinance ,
NYCHRL ,
Reasonable Accommodation ,
Sexual Harassment
2019 was a busy year for lawmakers across the nation, underscoring the need for employers to remain apprised of all the new laws that will be taking effect in 2020. Below we summarize some of the significant developments...more
12/27/2019
/ Anti-Discrimination Policies ,
Anti-Harassment Policies ,
Arbitration Agreements ,
Artificial Intelligence ,
Data Privacy ,
DFEH ,
Drug Testing ,
Employee Training ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Exemptions ,
Federal Arbitration Act ,
Gender Identity ,
Local Ordinance ,
Medical Marijuana ,
Non-Disclosure Agreement ,
Non-Disparagement Provisions ,
NYSHRL ,
Paid Leave ,
Preemption ,
Right to Privacy ,
Salary/Wage History ,
SCOTUS ,
Sexual Harassment ,
Sexual Orientation Discrimination ,
SHIELD Act ,
State Labor Laws ,
Statute of Limitations ,
Title VII
As we previously reported, Connecticut has enacted the Time’s Up Act (the “Act”), which expanded existing sexual harassment training and notice requirements on employers. Under the new law, employers with three or more...more
As we previously reported, on August 12, 2019, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law significant legislation to expand workplace anti-discrimination protections. The State has now updated its FAQs to provide...more
The New York City Commission on Human Rights has issued new enforcement guidance on discrimination based on actual or perceived national origin or immigration status in employment, as well as in housing and public...more
10/16/2019
/ Employee Training ,
Employment Discrimination ,
Enforcement ,
Evidence ,
Housing Discrimination ,
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ,
Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) ,
Immigration Status Discrimination ,
National Origin Discrimination ,
New Guidance ,
NYCHRL ,
Public Accommodation ,
Raids ,
Social Security Administration (SSA) ,
Unfair Immigration-Related Practices ,
Workplace Investigations
As we find ourselves in the midst of summer, employers in New York should keep an eye on the upcoming October 9th deadline for providing anti-harassment training to all employees. ...more
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont recently signed into law the Time’s Up Act (the “Act”), which amends existing state law to impose greater sexual harassment training and notice requirements on employers....more
As we previously reported, New York City has enacted the Stop Sexual Harassment in NYC Act, which is a package of bills aimed at addressing and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. Effective April 1, 2019, all New...more
States across the country have passed new laws addressing sexual harassment, paid family leave, and other labor and employment law issues. As many of these laws will soon become effective, employers should be prepared for the...more
1/16/2019
/ Anti-Harassment Policies ,
Breastfeeding ,
Employee Handbooks ,
Employee Training ,
Employer Liability Issues ,
Human Rights ,
Local Ordinance ,
Medical Leave ,
Paid Family Leave Law ,
Salary/Wage History ,
Sexual Harassment ,
Sick Leave ,
State Labor Laws
As we have previously reported, New York State has recently enacted several significant measures regarding sexual harassment in the workplace. Effective October 9, 2018, all New York State employers are required to adopt...more
As we have previously reported, New York State has enacted several significant measures regarding sexual harassment in the workplace.
Effective October 9, 2018, all New York State employers are required to adopt written...more