On August 20, 2019, Governor Andrew Cuomo approved enhanced protections for domestic violence victims at work. The New York Human Rights Law amendments will create additional obligations for employers to accommodate employees who have been victims of domestic violence. The amendments take effect on November 18, 2019. Who is a “Victim of Domestic Violence”? These … Read more
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