We published a similar article in February 2020. The next month, COVID-19 introduced a new world, including for workplace legal issues. Recognizing now more than ever that the unpredictable is the new normal, let’s look back at New York employment law proposals from early 2020 and look ahead at what new laws may be coming …
On December 22, 2021, the New York State Department of Labor adopted final regulations regarding the New York State Paid Sick Leave Law. The DOL adopted the rules as originally proposed on December 9, 2020, with no changes. However, in giving notice of the final adoption of the NYS sick leave rules, the DOL responded …
The New York HERO Act included provisions enabling workers to form workplace safety committees at their jobs. Those provisions had a November 1, 2021 effective date, and the NYS Department of Labor had promised additional guidance by then. Finally, on December 22, 2021, the DOL issued proposed workplace safety committee rules. Where does this leave …
