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New Jersey Independent Contractor Legislation Temporarily Paused

Seyfarth Synopsis: The New Jersey bill that aims to push gig-economy workers and other independent contractors into the definition of “employees” was briefly paused at the end of the prior legislative session, but is expected...more

Governor Cuomo Signs Landmark Legislation Impacting Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Laws

Seyfarth Synopsis: As expected, Governor Cuomo signed another landmark piece of legislation amending New York’s anti-discrimination and sexual harassment laws. Not only does the law significantly expand the protections...more

New York State Legislature Passes Major Amendments To Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Laws

Seyfarth Synopsis: The New York State Legislature has passed, and Governor Andrew M. Cuomo is expected to sign, a bill amending the state’s anti-discrimination and anti-harassment laws. The legislation significantly expands...more

#MeToo Inspires Legislative Changes Across the United States

Seyfarth Synopsis: In response to the #MeToo movement, several states have passed legislation aimed at combatting workplace sexual harassment. ...more

NYS Puts Brakes on Expansive Call-in Pay Reform

Seyfarth Synopsis: The NYSDOL recently announced that it will no longer pursue regulations that, if adopted, would have required most NYS employers to provide call-in pay to employees for hours they do not work under a...more

Important Updates To New York Paid Family Leave

Seyfarth Synopsis: New York’s Paid Family Leave program continues to expand in 2019 and employers should be aware of important updates, including the increase to 10 weeks of leave...more

Shifting Gears: New York State Revises Proposed Call-in Pay Rules

Seyfarth Synopsis: The New York State Department of Labor recently published proposed regulations that, if adopted, will require many employers to provide “call-in pay” to employees for hours they do not work....more

Recent Changes To The Workers’ Compensation Board’s Interpretations Of New York Paid Family Leave Deductions And Voluntary...

Seyfarth Synopsis: The Board has recently revised its interpretation of two key provisions of the New York Paid Family Leave (“PFL”) Law: First, by allowing employers to use the employee’s weekly wage as opposed to the...more

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