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.
Employment Law Terms

This is the first post in a series discussing some basic employment law terms. I hope this will help employers better understand the words that frequently come up in employment law. If there’s a term you’re wondering about that isn’t discussed here, let me know. A “ADA”:  The federal Americans with Disabilities Act. This law prohibits employers … Read more

Leadership Buffalo

Every year the Leadership Buffalo organization holds its Values Awards luncheon to honor a member of the Western New York Community in each of five categories. As a graduate of Leadership Buffalo’s 2011 Rising Leaders Program, I have attended this event for most of the past seven years. This year’s awards were presented on May … Read more

5 Tips for Firing Problem Employees

Employees are critical to the success of your business. But sometimes problem employees cause more trouble than they are worth. In that case, the best decision is to move on. There are many things to consider when firing problem employees. Here are 5 tips to get you started: 1. Have a Good Reason Yes, many employees … Read more