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New Year, New Proposed Rules for New York City's Recently Amended Earned Safe and Sick Time Act

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Effective February 22, 2026, covered employers will have to comply with new amendments to New York City's Earned Safe and Sick Time Act ("ESSTA" or the “Act”), as we previously wrote. To aid employers in complying with this...more

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NYC Proposes Rules for Implementing Recent Amendments to the NYC Earned Safe and Sick Time Act

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The New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), the agency responsible for enforcing the New York City Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA), has released proposed rules in advance of the February 22...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Decision regarding New Jersey’s Earned Sick Leave Law provides much-needed guidance

Since 2018, New Jersey employees have been entitled to paid sick leave pursuant to New Jersey’s Earned Sick Leave Law. But guidance from the courts on interpreting the law has been sparse. On January 28, however, New...more

Proskauer - Law and the Workplace

Proposed Rules Issued on Recent NYC Earned Safe and Sick Time Act Amendments

Proposed rules have been released in advance of recent amendments to the NYC Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (“ESSTA”) taking effect on February 22, 2026...more

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Pay Attention or Pay Up: A Costly Lesson in New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Noncompliance

On January 28, 2026, the New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division, issued a landmark decision in Cano and Bonelli v. County Concrete Corp.—a case that marks the first published appellate interpretation of New Jersey’s...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

Prepare Now for the Expanded NYC Earned Sick and Safe Time Act (Effective February 22, 2026)

The expanded New York City’s Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) will go into effect on February 22, 2026. All employers should review their current sick leave policies to ensure they are compliant with the new...more

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New Jersey Dramatically Expands Job-Protected Family Leave and Benefits

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On July 17, 2026, amendments to the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) and the laws administering New Jersey Temporary Disability Insurance (TDI) and Family Leave Insurance (FLI) benefits will take effect, expanding employer...more

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Paid Sick Leave Puzzle: Navigating Pittsburgh’s Updates and Allegheny County’s Consistency

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Sick leave in the Steel City received a significant boost as of January 1, 2026. To assist with interpretation and implementation of the new ordinance, the City of Pittsburgh Mayor’s Office provides guidelines to clarify the...more

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New Year, New Laws: 2026 Updates in Canadian Employment Standards

On January 1, 2026, a number of important legislative changes came into effect in several provinces across Canada. These changes affect employee rights and employer obligations, and may require updates to an employer’s...more

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New Year, New Laws: Overview for Employers to Prepare for 2026

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The start of a new year is an excellent time for employers to review their policies, procedures, and agreements to ensure they are aware of and comply with laws taking effect in 2026. Our attorneys closely track...more

Perkins Coie

California Employers: Stay Ahead of New 2026 Posting Requirements

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Along with these legislative changes, at least three new workplace postings are available on the Department of Industrial Relations website for employers to implement...more

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New York City Employers Must Provide 32 Additional Hours of Unpaid Sick/Safe Time Starting in February 2026

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The New York City Council recently amended the Earned Sick and Safe Time Act (“ESSTA”) with Int. 0780-2024-A, significantly expanding leave entitlements for employees (the “Amendments”). The Amendments mandate that New York...more

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California Labor Commissioner Publishes Updated Paid Sick Leave Posting

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California employers must promptly update their workplace postings because the Department of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) recently released a revised Healthy Workplaces/Healthy Families Act (HWHFA) poster reflecting...more

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State Leave Laws Continue to Expand in 2026: What Multistate Employers Should Know

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The new year, as always, bring with it new developments in labor and employment law. Likewise, the ever-growing labyrinth of state and local paid leave laws, including paid sick leave and family and medical leave laws,...more

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Employer Compliance Watchlist: Key State Laws Effective January 1, 2026

With the turn into the new year 2026, several state law changes affect wage and hour compliance, leave administration, onboarding practices, workplace notices, and even discrimination based on the use of artificial...more

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Revises Guidelines on Its Paid Sick Days Act

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On December 9, 2025, the City of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s Office of Equal Protection released revised guidelines regarding the administration of the Pittsburgh Paid Sick Days Act (PSDA). The PSDA Revised Guidelines both add...more

CDF Labor Law LLP

A Year-End Compliance Checklist for California Employers

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As 2025 comes to a close, many California employers are juggling holiday schedules, performance reviews, and planning for 2026. Just as importantly, now is the time to evaluate whether your workplace practices are keeping up...more

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck

2026: New Year, New Laws for California Employers

Dozens of new laws impacting employment issues were passed recently in California, with several intended to offset actions being taken by the current federal administration. Below is a summary of several new laws with broad...more

Epstein Becker & Green

California Employers’ To-Do List to Prepare for 2026

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This fall, the California Legislature and Governor Gavin Newsom enacted various laws expanding employee protections and employer obligations. This Insight summarizes the more significant aspects of these laws, which may...more

FBT Gibbons LLP

California Employers Face Sweeping Employment Law Changes in 2026

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Winter is upon us! As we prepare for the holidays and the start of a new year, it’s the perfect time to check in on your company’s employment policies and practices. As usual, California lawmakers were busy in 2025, and...more

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Update on Key Issues for New Jersey Employers in 2026

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As 2026 approaches, New Jersey employers should be aware of changes that require timely action to ensure compliance heading into the new year. Minimum Wage - Increases Effective January 1, 2026 New Jersey’s minimum...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Countdown to 2026: Essential Paid Leave, Earned Sick and Safe Time Updates for Minnesota Employers

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Minnesota employers face new requirements under the state’s Paid Leave law. Employers with employees in Minneapolis and Saint Paul also must comply with those cities’ amendments to their Earned Sick and Safe Time ordinances....more

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California’s 2026 Employment Law Shake-Up: What Employers Need to Know

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Starting in 2026, California employers face sweeping changes that redefine workplace compliance. From expanded employee rights and pay transparency to stricter rules on repayment agreements and gratuity enforcement, these new...more

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Minnesota Employers Should Review Paid Leave and Sick Time Policies for 2026

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On January 1, 2026, the Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave statute ("Minnesota Paid Leave") becomes effective, meaning Minnesota joins a growing number of states with paid leave programs. In addition, the Minnesota...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

NYC Employer Obligations: Amendments Increase Earned Safe + Sick Time Act and Reduce Temporary Schedule Change Act Requirements

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Amendments to the New York City Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) and Temporary Schedule Change Act (TSCA) will take effect on Feb. 22, 2026. The changes expand employee rights and increase employers’ safe and sick...more

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