On May 30, 2017, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio signed a package of laws collectively referred to as “Fair Workweek” legislation. The laws will take effect on November 26, 2017. As a group, they place considerable restrictions on retail and fast food chains’ scheduling of employees. Giving the timing, this could be an interesting holiday … Read more
Here’s a handy list of government websites that will help employers deal with employee issues: 1. U.S. Department of Labor The federal Department of Labor, now led by Secretary of Labor Alex Acosta, contains many relevant agencies, including: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs … Read more
“Ban-the-box” laws get their name because they literally prohibit employers from including a check box (or other item) on job applications asking whether the applicant has a prior criminal record. New York does not have a state ban-the-box law, but the three largest cities in the state have implemented these laws through local ordinances. If … Read more