New York continues to set trends in expanding employee rights. The state’s 2024-25 budget legislation includes two amendments that grant paid time off for certain employee pregnancy-related conditions. Employees may now take paid breaks to express breastmilk and paid leave for prenatal care. The details of these new entitlements are described below. Employer Coverage These …
Addressing employee issues related to drug and alcohol misuse poses significant challenges for employers, particularly when balancing disciplinary actions with the opportunity for rehabilitation. Last chance agreements (LCAs) are a nuanced tool that employers can use in such scenarios. They offer a structured yet compassionate approach to handling these sensitive issues. What Are Last Chance …
On November 22, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the “Freelance Isn’t Free Act.” She had previously vetoed the same legislation in 2022. The new law will affect most independent contractor relationships, at least requiring written contracts. The New York Freelance Isn’t Free Act was originally scheduled to apply to contracts entered into on …
