Later this week, on October 11, 2019, several important changes are coming to the New York Human Rights Law (“NYHRL”).
As you may recall, last year the New York legislature enacted legislation prohibiting employers from...more
10/7/2019
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Every employer in New York State should keep an eye on the October 9th, 2019 deadline for employers to adopt and provide mandatory anti-harassment training for New York employees. This training is required for any employee...more
9/12/2019
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Statutory Deadlines
As of April 1, 2019, sexual harassment prevention training has become fully ingrained in both New York State and City law. ...more
4/1/2019
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Recent #MeToo-inspired media attention to workplace sexual harassment claims has caused a number of states to pass employee-friendly legislation intended to help prevent such conduct. ...more
3/28/2019
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Settlement Agreements ,
Sexual Harassment ,
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State Labor Laws
Earlier this week, the New York Governor’s office finalized materials for New York State employers to implement sexual harassment policies and training. While draft guidance was circulated to the public in August 2018, the...more
10/5/2018
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Tone At The Top
Over the past several weeks, New York has gotten serious in its attempt to end sexual harassment. Earlier this month, Mayor Bill de Blasio signed the “Stop Sexual Harassment in NYC Act” (“New York City Act” or “Act”) into...more