As of November 22, 2023, the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) now includes height and weight as protected characteristics. This legislation is poised to influence similar height and weight discrimination initiatives elsewhere. Accordingly, employers throughout New York State and beyond should take notice. Height & Weight Protected On May 26, 2023, Mayor Eric …
2022 EEO-1 Component 1 Data Collection
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) opened the 2022 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection on October 31, 2023. The deadline for submissions and certifications is set for December 5, 2023. Understanding the EEO-1 Component 1 Report The EEO-1 Component 1 report is an obligatory annual data collection exercise for private sector employers with 100 …
New York Updates Unemployment Notice Requirement
On September 14, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed amendments to Section 590 of the New York Labor Law. That statute will now require employers to provide specific notifications to employees regarding their potential eligibility for unemployment benefits. While the new unemployment notice requirements aim to enhance transparency for employees, they also underscore the …