Several agencies on the federal, state, and local levels are tasked with enforcing laws on employers. Agencies may act on their own, or on behalf of an aggrieved employee. Employers who are approached by these agencies may be asked to respond to an investigative inquiry, or submit to an audit. We have extensive experience in counseling employers through these processes and work with these agencies to ensure the best possible outcome for our clients.
Governor Paterson Signs New York Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights
On August 31, 2010, Governor Paterson signed into law the New York Domestic Workers' Bill of Rights. The purpose of the law is to “ensure that the...