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.
Religious Objections to COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates

On October 25, 2021, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission updated its COVID-19 technical guidance to address employees’ religious objections to vaccine mandates. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects workers from religious discrimination. The law also grants employees the right to seek accommodations of their sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, and … Read more

2021 Fall New York Employment Law Update

On October 26, 2021, I presented a complimentary webinar entitled “Fall 2021 New York Employment Law Update”. For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, I’m happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience. In the webinar, I discuss: Minimum Wage Increases Employee Marijuana FAQs Workplace Safety Committees Vaccine Mandates and … Read more

2022 New York Minimum Wage

Do you know the 2022 New York minimum wage? Actually, there are different minimum wages for different parts of the state and different industries. Employers must be ready before the end of the year to meet the new requirements that apply to their employees. The 2022 New York minimum wage rates are shaded in blue … Read more