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New York State Addresses a Chronic Issue: Employees Granted Protections for Off-Duty Cannabis Use

On March 31, 2021, Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), legalizing the recreational use of cannabis in New York State for individuals age 21 or older. ...more

When Blue Penciling Fails to Come to the Rescue: New York Federal Court Refuses Partial Enforcement of Restrictive Covenant

Since the landmark New York Court of Appeals decision in BDO Seidman v. Hirshberg, 93 N.Y. 2d 382 (1999), the restrictive covenant landscape in New York has remained relatively constant....more

New York State Expands Protections to Employees Who Are Victims of Domestic Violence

While New York employers are rushing to comply with the new amendments to New York State’s anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws, New York State legislators show no signs of slowing down. On Aug. 20, 2019, Governor...more

New Jersey Enacts Ban on Non-Disclosure Provisions in Settlement Agreements Addressing Claims of Discrimination, Retaliation and...

Common employer practices related to employee claims of discrimination, harassment and retaliation are now prohibited by law in New Jersey. Bill S121, signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy on March 18, 2019...more

Yet Again, New York City Amends Earned Safe and Sick Time Rules and FAQs

Employers may recall our previous alert that highlighted amendments to the NYC Earned Safe and Sick Time Act, which went into effect on May 5, 2018. Less than six months later, New York City once again revised the Earned Safe...more

Better Safe Than Sorry: Employers Rush to Comply With New York City’s Amended Earned Safe and Sick Time Act

On May 5, 2018, New York City’s amended Earned Safe and Sick Time Act became effective, commencing the countdown for employers to comply with the law’s new requirements. The amendments expand the Earned Sick Time Act in two...more

Winter Is Coming: Paid Family Leave Arrives in New York State

While New York State’s Paid Family Leave Benefits Law (the PFL) becomes effective as we ring in the new year on Jan. 1, 2018, employers should spend the remainder of 2017 scrambling to determine how to minimize its disruptive...more

Funds Talk: June 2017 - New York City Firms Face Restrictions on Compensation Questions During Hiring

A new New York City law will significantly affect the hiring practices of companies, including financial firms, operating within the city. Passed by New York City Council on April 5 and signed by Mayor Bill de Blasio on...more

New York City Passes Legislation Banning Salary History Inquiries During Interview Process

On April 5, 2017, the New York City Council approved a bill prohibiting private employers from (i) inquiring into an applicant’s current or previous salary with another employer or (ii) relying on an applicant’s salary...more

Talk Less, Smile More? Employee Political Speech and Activity

In the current political climate, talking politics has undoubtedly become a national pastime. Over the past several months, political discussions have been infiltrating the workplace, leaving many employers asking whether...more

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