New York enacted a law in 2021 that made participation in the state’s Secure Choice Savings Program mandatory for employers that have at least 10 employees and the program is intended to expand access to retirement savings for employees whose employers do not already sponsor a qualified plan.  Details on the program were discussed by Rimon back in March 2026.  The deadline for…

Terminating an employee is one of the most difficult actions an employer must take. It affects the individual, the team, and the organization’s legal and cultural health. While employment may be at-will, the process behind a termination must be thoughtful, consistent, and defensible. When done correctly, it reduces risk, supports fairness, and preserves dignity. When…

On December 19, 2025, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law S03072, amending the New York Fair Credit Reporting Act to prohibit New York employers from obtaining or using an applicant’s or employee’s credit history in hiring and personnel decisions. This legislation, effective April 18, 2026, expands protections that were already in place for employers in New York City and now applies statewide,…

New York Laws Regarding Translating Employee Materials In New York, there is no specific law that explicitly mandates that an entire employee handbook be translated into another language. However, there are several statutes and regulations that require certain policies, notices, or materials to be provided in an employee’s primary non-English language. Employers with a non-English…

NYC Tightens the Rules on Paid Prenatal Leave: What’s New In a follow-up to the New York State law enacted earlier this year, New York City has formally updated its rules under the Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) to incorporate state mandated paid prenatal leave — and added a number of its own…

As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly integrates into the workplace, companies are encountering new challenges and opportunities. AI is reshaping how businesses operate and how employees perform their jobs. However, many organizations are overlooking a critical step in this evolution: incorporating an AI policy into their employee handbook. The absence of clear guidelines and policies regarding…

On June 3, 2025, New York City (NYC) amended the Earned Sick and Safe Time Act (ESSTA) law to include paid prenatal leave requirements. These amendments took effect on July 2, 2025. Previously, the paid prenatal leave requirements were covered under New York State (NYS) law. Employers with operations in NYC will now have to…

When an employee leaves a company, whether due to resignation, termination, or retirement, employers are legally and ethically obligated to issue a final paycheck. This paycheck must include all compensation owed and meet specific federal and state requirements. Failing to comply can lead to penalties, employee claims, or legal disputes. Here’s a look at what…

Effective June 8, 2025, employers have new obligations for increased jury duty pay in New York.  Employers with more than 10 employees are required to pay employees serving on jury duty either their regular daily wage or the New York State’s jury fee of $72 per day—whichever is less—for the first three days of service.…

The Form I-9, required by federal law and enforced by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), is an essential document for verifying the eligibility of all new employees to work in the United States. With the rise of remote work, employers face various challenges in completing and verifying Form I-9 for employees who do…