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.
Federal Overtime Rules

On September 24, 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor finalized long-awaited changes to the federal overtime rules. The rules increase the salary requirement for the most common overtime exemptions. The higher threshold applies throughout the United States, but it does not trump most state overtime requirements. New York already has higher salary requirements for most … Read more

Classifying People in Your Workplace Webinar

On September 24, 2019, Julie Bastian and I presented a complimentary webinar called “Classifying the People in Your Workforce”. 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: Employees vs. Independent Contractors Interns and Volunteers Legal Standards Challenges … Read more

Paid Family Leave in 2020

We are now in the second year of New York’s Paid Family Leave Program. The phase-in continues. And it’s getting more costly for employees. What do you need to know about Paid Family Leave in 2020? Employee Contributions The New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) has announced the maximum employee-contribution rate for 2020. It … Read more