Most New York employers have a company handbook or a similar written document, designed to outline the rules and policies applicable to the workplace. Sometimes it may be difficult to determine what policies should be in writing. For established businesses, there may...
How often should an employer update their employee manual?
The company handbook plays an important role in the workplace. An employee handbook serves as the official guide for the company and should be routinely updated. If an employee handbook is not updated, it can leave both the employer and their employees vulnerable....
Can employers legally discriminate against overweight employees?
More than 99 million adults are overweight and 70 million are obese in the United States, according to data from the CDC. Researchers have found that overweight and obese Americans often face discrimination in employment. Is it illegal for employers to discriminate...
Legal facts employers should know when terminating an employee
Running a business in New York can be difficult. This is true whether it is a large corporation or a smaller business with only a handful of employees. One aspect of being an employer is hiring the right people for the business to thrive. In some cases, it does not...
The ins and outs of mandatory overtime pay
One of the most important issues in the relationship of employers and their employees is the mandatory requirement that the employer compensate each employee who works more than 40 hours in a standard week. The issue becomes more complex when the employer is faced...
What employers should know about employee rights
Any employer in the U.S. must comply with government statutes that regulate employment practices. State and federal laws apply to many areas of employment policies. If you are an employer located in the tri-state area, i.e., New York, New Jersey or Connecticut, you...
What are your obligations with a digital employee handbook?
While many companies still print paper employee handbooks for their new hires, many businesses have opted for a digital version. Rather than a booklet that ends up in a drawer or trash basket, a digital version ensures that employees have access to the handbook long...
How employers can protect themselves from liability for harassment
When an employee brings a sexual harassment suit against a manager, supervisor or other officer of a company, the company itself often has to spend thousands of dollars defending itself legally. The Supreme Court of the United States has offered some guidance on steps...
3 reasons your company needs an employee handbook
Not every New York small business utilizes an employee handbook, but if yours is among those that do not, you may want to ask yourself whether you should reconsider this decision. An employee handbook may prove to be a useful tool for your business. It may also help...
Avoid these common employee classification errors
Misclassifying employees as contractors or vice versa may result in costly legal claims and even federal penalties. Understanding how the IRS classifies workers can help businesses categorize their hires correctly. Avoid these common classification errors when hiring...
