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.
World Cup 2018

FIFA’s World Cup 2018 begins today (as I’m writing this). Unfortunately, the United States did not make the field. However, FIFA just announced that North America (Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.) will host the World Cup in 2026. Anyway, this is the biggest sporting competition on Earth. Nearly 3.5 billion viewers are expected to tune … Read more

Dress Code

Most employers have a dress code to guide employees’ workplace appearance. Dress codes vary from casual to business formal, usually depending on how often employees interact with clients or customers. Certain workplaces, such as factories or restaurants, have dress codes that emphasize safety and hygiene. Dress codes encourage employees to dress appropriately while representing the employer. However, … Read more

Employee Handbooks NLRB Guidance Rules

On June 6, 2018, the General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board issued a guidance memorandum regarding employee handbooks and other work rules. The memo applies a December 2017 NLRB case decision that permitted employers greater flexibility in drafting meaningful workplace policies. If challenged under the National Labor Relations Act, rules will now fall … Read more