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Attention New York Employers: New York Clean Slate Act Takes Effect

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Nearly one year after it was signed by Governor Kathy Hochul, the New York Clean Slate Act (the “Act”) took effect on November 16, 2024. Under the Act, New Yorkers are now eligible to have certain conviction records...more

Rodemer Kane Attorneys at Law

Misdemeanors That Prevent Employment – Surprising Offenses That Employers Won't Overlook

Will a misdemeanor affect employment? Getting a job with a misdemeanor on your record is usually not an issue, but certain offenses might make it challenging to land specific types of employment. For example: ●...more

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New York Clean Slate Act Will Seal Certain Old Criminal Records, Affecting Employers’ Hiring Processes

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New York has joined the growing number of states that have enacted “clean slate” legislation that will automatically seal certain criminal records. The new law will require employers to review any hiring processes related to...more

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New York Governor Signs Clean Slate Law to Seal Older Criminal Convictions

On November 16, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law requiring records of certain past criminal convictions to be sealed. The legislation is intended in part to prevent discrimination in hiring against...more

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