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.
Reopening New York Phase 1

On May 14, 2020, New York Governor Cuomo signed an executive order extending business closures statewide through May 28, 2020, except as reopening is allowed under a previously announced 4-phased rubric. The State is taking a data-driven, highly regulated approach. The timeline for reopening will depend on health metrics within each of the 10 regions … Read more

Post-Pandemic Workplace

On April 29, 2020, Julie Bastian and I presented a complimentary webinar called “Preparing for the Post-Pandemic Workplace”. For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, we’re happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience. In the webinar, we discuss: Government Reopening Plans (Still) Working from Home Health & Safety Issues … Read more

Enhanced Unemployment

Here’s a little secret. Most employment lawyers historically didn’t have to pay much attention to unemployment laws before COVID-19 came along. Employees would leave jobs and either get unemployment benefits or not, for various reasons. But new enhanced unemployment benefits under the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act have suddenly created many … Read more