Dues Checkoff

NLRB Changes Course on Dues Checkoff

For many decades, the National Labor Relations Board permitted employers to discontinue dues checkoff arrangements following the expiration of a collective bargaining agreement. More recently, employers’ right to do so has fluctuated depending on which political party has held the majority of seats on the NLRB. On September 30, 2022, the current Democratic majority ruled …

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2023 New York Minimum Wage

2023 New York Minimum Wage

Do you know the 2023 New York minimum wage? Actually, there are different minimum wages for different parts of the state and different industries. Employers must be ready before the end of the year to meet the new requirements that apply to their employees. The 2023 New York minimum wage rates are shaded in blue …

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Tip Pooling

Navigating New York Tip Pooling and Tip Sharing Rules

Balancing company revenues and employee compensation is critical to the success of any hospitality business. As profit margins continue to tighten, restaurant and bar owners may need to revisit their tipping practices. Tip pooling and tip sharing are common practices that can benefit employees (and hence their employers). The legal requirements around these tipping topics …

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