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.
New York Paid Family Leave vs. FMLA

As of January 1, 2018, New York State now has a paid family leave law fully in place. The new law affects virtually all non-governmental workplaces in the state. (And governmental entities that opt in.) I hope your organization is already up to speed on the basics of New York Paid Family Leave. This post … Read more

Unpaid Intern FLSA

In 2010 the United States Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance severely limiting for-profit companies’ ability to have unpaid interns. However, courts routinely rejected that rigid 6-part test. On January 5, 2018, the DOL modified its approach, adopting the “primary beneficiary” standard favored by the courts. Which test applies and the resulting analysis determines whether … Read more

Cuomo Proposal on Workplace Sexual Harassment

On January 2, 2018, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his plan to “Combat Sexual Harassment in the Workplace”. Cuomo’s agenda includes a multi-faceted approach that would affect both governmental and private employers. It includes at least five measures to address workplace sexual harassment in New York. Introducing these initiatives, Governor Cuomo stated: “2017 brought … Read more