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.
Proposed New York Paid Sick Leave Regulations

On December 2, 2020, the New York Department of Labor issued long-anticipated draft regulations under the New York Paid Sick Leave Law. Companies across New York have been preparing for the new law, which becomes operative on January 1, 2021. Earlier informal State guidance left many important questions unanswered. Unfortunately, the same is true of … Read more

2021 New York Minimum Wage

Do you know the 2021 New York minimum wage? Actually, there are different minimum wages for different parts of the states and different industries. Employers must be ready before the end of the year to meet the new requirements that apply to their employees. The 2021 New York minimum wage rates are shaded in blue … Read more

Orange Zone

On November 18, 2020, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that much of Erie County would become an “Orange Zone” micro-cluster. This designation has implications for area schools and businesses under the State’s COVID-19 micro-cluster strategy. Governor Cuomo established this framework to combat coronavirus spread through Executive Order 202.68, signed on October 6, 2020. Transition … Read more