New guidance from the EEOC on COVID-19 vaccines and the workplace
Recently, the EEOC published updated guidance to address issues surrounding COVID-19 vaccines in the workplace. The guidance indicates that employers…
What You Need to Know About New York State’s New Sexual Harassment Training Requirements.
New York State has passed sweeping changes to its sexual harassment laws. All New York employers are required to provide…
Rules Prohibiting Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Expanded to All Employers
In 2015, New York State’s Human Rights Law was amended to include all employers regardless of the number of employees. Previously, the law only applied to employers with four or more employees. Now, all employees are protected against sexual harassment. Additionally, plaintiffs that win their sexual harassment case are eligible to have their legal fees reimbursed.
NYS Will Soon Guarantee Paid Family Leave and Increase the Minimum Wage
New York recently passed the 2016-17 State Budget, which includes a paid family leave policy and an increased minimum wage plan.
Victims of Domestic Violence Protected from Housing Discrimination
New York State’s amendment to the Real Property Law prohibits housing discrimination against domestic violence victims.
More Employees to Receive Overtime under changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act
Update: Changes to Regulations Stopped by Court in Texas
On May 18, 2016, the Department of Labor published final rule changing overtime exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The new regulations change only the salaries tests for exemption and will be in effect on December 1, 2016.
Courts May Now Base Spousal Support on Uniform Standard
As of October 13, 2010, changes were made to various aspects of New York’s spousal support laws. As of that date, spousal support was no longer awarded based largely at the court’s discretion.
Use Basic Estate Planning Tools to Protect Your Children Even After They Turn 18
What parents don’t always realize is that once their children turn eighteen, they lose access to medical records, private information, bank accounts, and more, even if their child is still listed as a dependent and under their health insurance.
Tax collectors trolling Facebook
You might want to pay your taxes before posting a professional profile or making a financial boast on a social-networking site, the tax man’s new tool for tracking deadbeats.
New York Becomes Final State to Recognize No-Fault Divorce
On August 15, 2010, Governor Patterson signed into law the 2010 Divorce Reform Act, which revolutionizes the manner in which marriecouples may obtain a divorce in New York State.