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.
Labor Strike Basics

The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) allows both union and nonunion employees in the private sector to participate in strikes. Make sure you understand when and how a strike could affect your company before one occurs. [Read here to see whether your organization is subject to the NLRA.] What Is a Strike? A strike is … Read more

Criminal Records Background Check Webinar

On July 25, 2018, I presented a complimentary webinar called “Criminal Records & Employment Background Checks.” 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: Ban-the-Box Laws Fair Credit Reporting Act Compliance Discrimination Claims And more The webinar … Read more

Polygraph Testing Employee

The Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) is a federal law that regulates the use of polygraphs, or lie detector tests, in the workplace. Under the EPPA, most employers cannot use polygraphs, including for pre-employment screening. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division enforces the EPPA. The EPPA covers most private employers but not … Read more