Here’s What the ‘One Big Beautiful’ Bill Means for Employees and Employers
Whether you work for the federal government or whether you work for a private employer, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) will likely impact you. If you are an employer, the…
Despite Laws Intended to Prevent It, Age Discrimination Abounds in 2025
Despite the establishment of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) in 1967, today, almost three-quarters (74 percent) of older Americans think their age could be a…
New York City Paid Prenatal Personal Leave: What NYC Employers Need to Know
2025 began with New York Governor Kathy Hochul expanding benefits and protections for pregnant employees: part of an initiative to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates in…
Affirmative Action & the Trump Administration: What is the EEO Policy for Federal Contractor Employees?
The second Trump Administration has made sweeping changes to the federal employment landscape. On January 21, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14173, AKA “Ending…
Department of Labor EEO Updates: What Federal Contractor Employees Need to Know
Even before the Supreme Court’s July 2025 stay enabled largescale reductions in force (RIFs) to proceed, federal employees have been adjusting to reorganizations, restructuring,…
EEO Protections for People with Disabilities: Are Federal Employees Still Protected?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) turned 35 this summer. Although the ADA specifically excludes the federal government from its definition of an employer, this provision…
What to Do If Your Employer Refuses to Accommodate You
Do you know what actions to take if your employer does not comply with your disability accommodation needs? If you encounter a situation where your accommodation request is denied…
Wage Theft in New York State: How Employees Can Spot It and What to Do
Wage theft is a widespread issue in New York, affecting workers in restaurants, construction, retail, and other industries. It happens when employers fail to pay legally earned…
New York Increases Paid Jury Leave: Understanding NYS Employer Compliance Responsibilities
Does it Pay to Be on a Jury in NY? For the first time since 1998, New York State has increased the payment granted to jurors from $40 to $72 per day. This pay change reflects over…
No Tax on Tips: What Employees and Employers Need to Know
Certain workers may now be able to keep more of what they earn, but what does “no tax on tips” really mean for employees and their employers? The “One Big Beautiful Bill”…