The maximum weekly unemployment benefit in New York had not changed since 2019, when it was set at $504 per week. As of October 2025, New York State...
Employment Law
How Will the New Tax Law on Tips and Overtime Pay Affect Employees and Business Owners?
President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” introduced federal income tax deductions for employees who earn tips and overtime pay. While the...
Is Your Employee Handbook Ready for the Age of AI?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly become part of everyday work life. From drafting emails to analyzing data, AI tools are changing how...
How Can Employers Minimize Legal Risk During Workforce Reductions?
The tariffs imposed in 2025 created significant economic disruptions, leading to higher prices, supply chain instability, and widespread...
Are Federal Contactors About to See the End of Affirmative Action Requirements?
On July 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) proposed new rules that would significantly scale back, if not eliminate, affirmative action...
Are Phantom Stock Agreements the Right Incentive Strategy for Your Company?
Attracting and retaining top talent is essential to business success but not every company wants to give away equity to do it. Phantom stock plans...
What Does the DOL’s New Wage Enforcement Policy Mean for Employers?
On June 27, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) issued a major policy change that will significantly impact how wage...
The Coldplay Controversy: Time to Review Your Romance Policies
A recent viral moment at a Coldplay concert has reignited the conversation around workplace relationships and the consequences when professional and...
What Best Practices Can Employers Adopt for Heat Safety?
With rising temperatures and more frequent heatwaves, employers are preparing for the hot summer season that is upon us. Employers in Maryland will...
Can Employers Still Enforce Workplace Drug Policies in the Age of Legal Cannabis?
With the decriminalization of cannabis use, employers face new challenges in adopting workplace policies to align with evolving laws. While many...
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