Nursing Mothers

Mandatory Nursing Mothers Policy for New York Employers

As of June 7, 2023, New York Labor Law amendments require employers to make additional accommodations for nursing mothers. All New York employers must now adopt the “Policy on the Rights of Employees to Express Breast Milk in the Workplace” that was drafted by the New York State Department of Labor. Unlike other “model” policies …

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Employment Terminations in New York (Webinar Recap)

On June 15, 2023, I presented a complimentary webinar entitled “Employment Terminations in New York”. For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, I’m happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience. In the webinar, I discuss: At-Will Employment Notice & Procedures Unemployment Claims Severance Pay and much more! At-will employment …

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Future New York Minimum Wage

Future New York Minimum Wage Increases Planned

Changes to New York’s minimum wage rates have been a hot topic during a contentious 2024 state budgeting process. With a budget deal now in place in Albany, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced future New York minimum wages beginning in 2024. The increases are not as high as some were proposing, which could have made …

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