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November 20, 2025
Employers who pay bonuses should make clear whether they are discretionary or non-discretionary to reduce the risk of wage claims. What are discretionary or non-discretionary bonuses? Discretionary Bonuses Non-Discretionary Bonuses Legal Implications Clear documentation and communication of bonus policies can help employers minimize legal risk and ensure compliance with wage and hour laws. How Book […]
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Our partner Rebecca Nathanson is an active member of the Professional Women in Construction (“PWC”), New York chapter, a national non-profit organization of women and men supporting women in their careers in the construction industry. The New York chapter supports that mission by actively engaging members through committees, providing leadership opportunities, networking forums, professional-development programming, […]
A New York beer distributor has agreed to pay $1 million to more than 1,600 drivers and helpers who said they weren’t paid correctly for overtime work. The workers asked a federal court to approve the settlement, which would end a lawsuit that has been going on for 10 years. The lawsuit started in 2015 […]
On October 25, 2025, the New York City Council enacted amendments to the New York City Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (“ESSTA”). These amendments will expand the number of hours and uses of leave under ESSTA and eliminate current requirements under the New York City Temporary Schedule Change Act (“TSCA”). Currently, under ESSTA, employers […]
As we approach the end of 2025, New York and New Jersey employers should review their leave policies to ensure compliance with state and local requirements for carryover, forfeiture, and payout. Below is a summary of what employers need to know before December 31. New York State Paid Sick Leave Under New York State’s Paid […]
Our partner Sheryl Galler recently spoke about the use of AI in the hiring process and the legal implications, as a panelist on a program by the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA). Sheryl noted that many applicants are using Generative AI to help generate resumes and practice for interviews, while many employers are using […]
After a recent mayoral veto, it remains unclear whether New York City employers will soon face new pay equity reporting requirements. On October 9th, the City Council passed two bills that together would require private New York City employers with 200 or more employees to report pay and demographic data to a designated city agency. […]
October 29, 2025
On October 8, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the official launch of the New York State Secure Choice Savings Program, a state-sponsored retirement savings program that covered New York employers will be required to make available to their employees. The program was first established in 2021 but its enforcement has been delayed until […]
Last month marked the 24th anniversary of the September 11th attacks—a day that continues to resonate deeply in New York City, especially for those still living with long-term health issues linked to toxic exposure in its aftermath. Recognizing the ongoing need to connect impacted individuals with available federal benefits, New York State enacted the 9/11 […]
The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently issued an opinion letter clarifying when hours worked at two or more jobs at related businesses must be combined for overtime purposes under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). As a reminder, most employees must be paid overtime if they work more than 40 hours within a […]
When it comes to employee pay, the law determines not only who, what and how, but when employees must be paid. New York Labor Law (NYLL) § 191 sets strict rules about the frequency of pay for certain employees, particularly manual workers. Recent court decisions and new legislation have reshaped the landscape, making it essential […]
Employers use workplace trainings—on topics like discrimination, harassment, and implicit bias—to educate employees and create a respectful environment. These trainings can also be an important part of a defense if discrimination or harassment claims arise. A recent case, Leslie Chislett v. New York City Department of Education, illustrates how trainings themselves can sometimes lead to […]
