Does your company allow employees to work from home? Telecommuting can be a great fit for many workers (and their employers). But organizations should consider various implications before going in this direction. Here, I’ll share 10 potential legal issues related to telecommuting. This isn’t meant to deter any business from using this model. It’s just … Read more
Through the State Budget bill signed by Governor Andrew Cuomo on April 12, 2018, New York has new legal protections for unions that represent government employees. These measures seek to protect public sector unions from the potential implications of the Supreme Court’s upcoming decision in the case of Janus v. AFSCME. Many expect that decision … Read more
On April 12, 2018, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed State Budget legislation that includes several provisions aimed at workplace sexual harassment. Some of the items included will require additional clarification through agency guidance and regulations. But here’s an initial overview of how New York sexual harassment laws will change. Some new aspects of New … Read more