On September 24, 2019, Julie Bastian and I presented a complimentary webinar called “Classifying the People in Your Workforce”. For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, We’re happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience. In the webinar, we discuss: Employees vs. Independent Contractors Interns and Volunteers Legal Standards Challenges … Read more
We are now in the second year of New York’s Paid Family Leave Program. The phase-in continues. And it’s getting more costly for employees. What do you need to know about Paid Family Leave in 2020? Employee Contributions The New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) has announced the maximum employee-contribution rate for 2020. It … Read more
On August 9, 2019, Governor Cuomo approved a change to the New York State Human Rights Law enhancing worker religious discrimination protections. The law will now specifically address applicant and employee accommodations based on religious attire and facial hair. The amendment will take effect on October 8, 2019. Religious Attire Protections The amendment expands or … Read more