Strengthened Human Rights Law means NYC employers must take specific, written action in response to reasonable accommodation requests
A recent amendment to the New York City Human Rights Law that requires employers to respond to reasonable accommodation requests from employees in writing likely comes as good…
New York City Employers Must Scramble to Update Their Sexual Harassment Policies
New York City businesses will need to update their sexual harassment policies in a hurry, as new city and state laws are taking effect over the next 12 months. The New York City…
Proposed New York City Bill Would Disconnect Employers from Employees After Hours
Another change to New York City’s labor and employment laws is under consideration by the City Council. This one would impact employers’ abilities to communicate with their…
Fair Chance Act Continues New York City’s Pattern of Out-pacing New York State in Hiring Practices
New York City continues to outpace the rest of New York State in terms of regulating hiring practices, and city employers are the ones who have to keep up. The final phase of…