Scott Horton

Scott Horton has practiced labor and employment law in New York for over 20 years. He has represented approximately 500 employers, authored hundreds of articles and presentations, and wrote the book New York Management Law: The Practical Guide to Employment Law for Business Owners and Managers. Nothing on this blog constitutes legal advice. For legal advice specific to your situation, you should consult an attorney.
Workplace shift schedule, time clock, and employees illustrating holiday pay for alternative work schedules

Holiday pay seems like a simple employee benefit. An employer identifies several paid holidays, closes for the day, and pays employees as though they had worked. But the policy becomes more complicated when the workplace does not close or when employees work schedules other than five 8-hour days. Consider an employer that operates every day … Read more

Employee receiving personnel file documents from an employer representative in an office setting.

As of May 19, 2026, the New York State Legislature has passed legislation to allow employees to obtain copies of their personnel files. If enacted, the legislation would impose significant new administrative obligations on both private and public employers across New York State. The bill (Senate Bill S3460 / Assembly Bill A2107) would add a … Read more

Teen employee and HR manager reviewing digital working papers system for New York minor employment compliance

New York employers that hire minors should prepare for a significant change to the state’s working papers process. New York has amended the Labor Law and Education Law to shift employment certificates for minors toward a statewide electronic system. The changes will take effect two years after enactment—expected May 9, 2027. The Department of Labor … Read more