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.
Executive Exemption

Most New York employers are subject to both federal and state minimum wage and overtime requirements. In most cases, this means the employer must pay its employees at least the minimum wage for all hours worked and time-and-a-half for hours over 40 in a week. There are, however, many exceptions to these requirements. This post … Read more

Teacher Tenure Rights

Public school teachers in New York can earn tenure rights by successfully completing a probationary period. Once a teacher has earned tenure rights, their school district would have to undertake a formal hearing process before disciplining the teacher. The district would have to prove just cause to impose discipline, and the process can be time … Read more