On April 15, 2021, I presented a complimentary “Spring 2021 Employment Law Update” webinar. 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: Vaccination Issues Federal Labor Law Transitions New York Marijuana Legalization Employment Litigation Trends and More! … Read more
The New York Department of Labor has commented on the State’s law granting all employees paid leave to receive COVID-19 vaccinations. The guidance comes in the form of Frequently Asked Questions available on the agency’s website. These NY COVID-19 Vaccination Leave FAQs address some vital questions, but they leave others unanswered. NY COVID-19 Vaccination Leave … Read more
Beginning March 12, 2021, New York employers must give employees time off to be vaccinated against COVID-19. New laws gives all employees in all workplaces across New YorkState the right to paid COVID-19 vaccination leave of up to 4 hours per injection. Public sector (government) employees gain this new leave through the state’s Civil Service … Read more