On September 5, 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul signed the New York Retail Worker Safety Act into law. The law introduces comprehensive measures aimed at reducing workplace violence in retail settings. Depending on the size of their workforce, employers in the retail industry will need to implement specific measures to comply with the new law. Covered … Read more
The New York Retail Worker Safety Act has recently been passed by the state Senate and Assembly. If signed by the Governor, the legislation will impose new requirements on the retail industry. It’s crucial for potentially subject employers to understand the implications of this legislation and prepare for the upcoming changes. Overview of the Act … Read more
On December 22, 2021, the New York State Department of Labor adopted final regulations regarding the New York State Paid Sick Leave Law. The DOL adopted the rules as originally proposed on December 9, 2020, with no changes. However, in giving notice of the final adoption of the NYS sick leave rules, the DOL responded … Read more