Beginning January 26, 2022, amendments to the New York Labor Law will expand workers’ rights to assert claims of wrongdoing without reprisal. Among the significant changes, New York Labor Law Section 740, which only applies to private entities (not governmental employers), will now provide protections to independent contractors and former employees in addition to current …
New York Requires Employers to Give Electronic Monitoring Notice
On November 8, 2021, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a new law requiring employers to notify their employees in advance before engaging in electronic monitoring. The new electronic monitoring notice requirement will take effect on May 9, 2022. It only applies to private (non-governmental) employers. The new law is codified as New York Civil …
What Does OSHA’s COVID-19 ETS Mean for New York Employers? (Webinar Recap)
On November 16, 2021, I presented a complimentary webinar entitled “What Does OSHA’s COVID-19 ETS Mean for New York Employers?”. 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: Covered Employers & Employees Policy & Notice Requirements Testing …