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New York's Retail Worker Safety Act Becomes Effective as State Releases Model Policy and Model Training

Retail employers should take notice of the model policy and model training related to workplace violence prevention in the retail industry....more

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Jersey Employment Forum champions new whistleblowing regime

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The Jersey Employment Forum has released a report and recommendation on the introduction of public interest disclosure (whistleblowing) legislation in Jersey which will give legal protection to individuals who report certain...more

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Why Regulatory Compliance in Australia is More Than Just a Checkbox

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GRC compliance is critical for any business operating in Australia. Whether your business is a startup, multinational, or somewhere in between, staying on top of your legal obligations is the difference between building trust...more

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New York Retailers Must Act Now to Comply With New Safety Act: Model Policy and Training Materials Available for Immediate Use

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Now that the June 2 effective date for New York’s landmark retail safety law is here, the state Department of Labor has released model policy and training materials to help you with your compliance efforts. New York retailers...more

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California Employers, Don’t Forget Your Annual Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Responsibilities!

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California employers should begin preparing to comply with their annual requirements under the workplace violence prevention law, California’s Labor Code 6401.9 (commonly known as SB 553), including retraining their staff and...more

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New York Enhances Protections for Retail and Warehouse Workers

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As the new Administration has emphasized that federal deregulation is a priority, it is expected that many states will step into the anticipated void left by federal labor agencies such as OSHA. Not surprisingly, New York is...more

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Implementing NY’s Retail Worker Safety Act: A New Amendment Means Changes for Employers of All Sizes

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Under the recent amendment to the New York Retail Worker Safety Act (RWSA), retail employers have until June 2, 2025, to implement workplace violence prevention programs. Along with modifying the effective date, the amendment...more

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Michigan Employers Required to Provide Paid Sick Time Beginning February 21, 2025

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Effective February 21, 2025, all Michigan employers will be required to provide employees with paid sick time under the Earned Sick Time Act (ESTA). The ESTA replaces the current rules under the Michigan Paid Medical Leave...more

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Keeping a Watchful Eye on California’s Stone Countertop Industry

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There have been recent growing concerns regarding the inhalation of crystalline silica dust in the California stone countertop industry, with attempts by the California State Legislature to enact regulations improving the...more

Levenfeld Pearlstein, LLC

2025 Employment Law Checklist

Each year, LP’s Employment & Executive Compensation Practice Group is pleased to provide a short checklist of steps that all companies should consider taking to measure their readiness for the coming year. We hope you find...more

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January Employment Law Update: Sounds Like Harassment?

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Happy New Year! In our first monthly alert for 2025, we report on whether comments on an employee’s accent are unlawful harassment, on ‘gig economy’ worker rights – plus guidance on employers’ duties to prevent sexual...more

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Compliance Ahead: New York’s Warehouse Worker Injury Reduction Program Creates New Employer Responsibilities

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Effective June 1, 2025, employers that employ more than 100 employees at a single warehouse distribution center or more than 1,000 employees at one or more warehouse distribution centers within New York must establish an...more

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Doing Business in California Guide Updated for 2025

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The allure of doing business in California is undeniable. It is the world’s fifth (and moving towards fourth) largest economy and a market of over 39 million people. For employers, however, California presents unique...more

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New York City Approves a Hotel Licensing Program

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On November 4, 2024, New York City enacted the "Safe Hotels Act" (Int. 0991-2024). This law mandates that all new and existing hotels in New York City obtain a license to operate their businesses....more

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New York City Mayor Signs Hotel Safety and Licensing Law Imposing New Compliance Requirements on Hotel Operators

On November 4, 2024, New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed legislation to ensure hotel safety that will mandate a comprehensive licensing system for hotels to operate in New York City, implement several consumer safety...more

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Deadline for CA Employers to Adopt New Workplace Violence Prevention Plans Approaches

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Organizations with operations in California are reminded of the upcoming July 1, 2024 deadline to comply with the provisions of S.B. 553—a bill that was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 20, 2023,...more

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[Webinar] Preparing for New York State and New York City’s New Sexual Harassment Prevention Mandates: What Employers Should...

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New York State and New York City each have passed sweeping measures intended to combat harassment in the workplace. Mayor Bill de Blasio is expected to sign the New York City Council’s legislation into law soon. Similarly,...more

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