Marijuana stands at a crossroads where federal and state regulations meet. Federally, marijuana is a schedule I substance, making the sale, use,...
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Emergency Responders Granted Leave
Recently, in response to a storm that was expected to bring two to three feet of snow overnight, Mayor de Blasio declared a state of emergency for...
Lyft the Veil? Are Uber & Lyft Drivers Independent Contractors or Employees?
Recently, I went out for brunch in New York City for my sister’s birthday. As we came out of Penn Station, we were met with a downfall of rain. My...
New York Annual Wage Notice Officially Eliminated
Last week, Governor Cuomo finally signed a bill into law that amends the Wage Theft Prevention Act (“WTPA”), six months after it was passed by the...
Union Organizing Through Employer E-mail
Last week the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or the “Board”) issued a much anticipated decision involving employees’ use of their employers’...
Minimum Wage Increases for 2015
Although the federal minimum wage remains stagnant, state and local governments continue to raise their minimum wages. Here is a list of minimum...
Payment For Activities Employees Perform Before and After Work
Whether concerned about safety or theft, some employers are requiring employees to undergo mandatory security screenings both before and after work....
The Legal Pitfalls of a Holiday Party
The holiday season is quickly approaching and many organizations are planning their office celebrations. There are an increasing number of legal...
Workplace Insights: The Dreaded Annual Performance Appraisal
It’s That Time of Year That season is again upon us -- we’re back to having our managers complete the dreaded annual performance appraisal....
When Handling a Negative Review
Refraining from retaliating, and being responsive to criticism can mitigate the effects of a negative review. When building your company’s online presence, maintain a consistent voice.