More Rights, Stronger Remedies: How the Dole Act Enhances USERRA Protections for Service Members in the Civilian Workforce
Employees who serve in the military should not have to choose between answering their nation’s call and protecting their civilian careers. For more than 30 years, the…
Is AI Deciding Who Gets Hired? When AI-Driven Employment Decisions Can Lead to Legal Claims
Many job applicants and employees may not realize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can influence employment opportunities before they ever speak with a recruiter. Employers may…
D.C. Temporarily Scales Back Paid Leave Benefits: What Workers and Employers Should Know
Employees and employers across Washington, D.C. should be aware that temporary changes to benefits available under the District’s Universal Paid Leave (UPL) Program are in…
Military Spouses Relocating to Maryland Soon May Be Able to Work Under Out-of-State Licenses: What to Know
Maryland has enacted legislation intended to reduce licensing barriers for military spouses and service members relocating to Maryland. Effective October 1, 2026, certain…
What New York Employers and Employees Should Know About New Personnel Records and Notice Requirements
New York employers will soon face new obligations regarding employee personnel records. On Sept. 9, 2026, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed S3460 into law, which gives employees (and…
What Employers Need to Know About the Litigation Risks of Employee Remote Work
Employment-related disputes remain a significant source of litigation exposure for organizations. As remote and hybrid work have become seemingly permanent workplace features,…
Service Animals at Work: Employee Rights Vs. Employer Responsibilities in New York State
As more employees seek workplace accommodations that support their health, employers are increasingly navigating requests to bring service animals into the workplace. Legal…
How Social Media Posts Can Become a Workplace Issue in New York State
A social media post made in seconds can have a lasting impact on your job. Living in this digital era raises important and ever-changing questions about employee rights, employer…
What to Do if You are Misclassified as an Independent Contractor
This article was updated in July 2026 to reflect current statistics related to employees who are misclassified as independent contractors. Are you unsure if you are an employee or…
Five Pending Employment Bills New York Employers Should Watch
As of July 2026, several New York employment-related bills are advancing through the legislative process, with some awaiting action by Gov. Kathy Hochul and others still pending…