New York State has thirty-four cities that receive 10 percent of their revenue through fines and fees, twelve of which receive 20 percent of their revenue that way. Such a policy perpetuates cycles of racial and economic injustice. In New York, nonpayment of fines and fees related to traffic violations, many of which are excessive […]
Wage Theft Prevention Act: Refresher
Way back in 2011, the Wage Theft Prevention Act became law in New York State. The law requires employers to give written notice of wage rates to each new hire and must include: Rate or rates of pay, including overtime rate of pay (if it applies) How the employee is paid: by the hour, shift, […]
New York State Workers Compensation COVID-19 Q&A
The New York State Workers Compensation Board published a brief Q&A about claims related to COVID-19. The highlights: Q: Can I receive workers’ compensation benefits if I get COVID-19 while working? A: Yes. Depending on the facts, you may receive workers’ compensation benefits in New York State due to COVID-19 exposure. Employers must carry workers’ […]
New York Outlines Reopening Standard for Manufacturing Businesses
As New York begins the process of reopening the economy, a key industry in the first phase is manufacturing . But what will that look like in the era of social distancing? New York State announced guidelines for how manufacturing businesses should operate. These rules apply to both active essential projects, like PPE and hand […]
New York Outlines Reopening Standard for Construction Sites
As New York begins the process of reopening the economy, a key industry in the first phase is construction. But what will construction sites look like in the era of social distancing? New York State announced guidelines for how construction sites should operate. These rules apply to both active essential projects, like affordable housing or […]