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.
Class Waivers

In another clear sign of the policy shift from a Democratic to Republican administration in Washington, D.C., the U.S. Department of Justice has reversed course on a significant labor issue pending before the Supreme Court–class waivers through employment arbitration agreements. Under the Obama Administration, the National Labor Relations Board repeatedly held that arbitration agreements prohibiting … Read more

Hiring First Employee New York

There are three general scenarios for a business hiring its first employee in New York State: A New York-based business is hiring its first employee overall. A company that already has one or more employees in another state is hiring its first employee in New York. A foreign company is hiring its first U.S. employee, … Read more