New York Department of Labor Issues COVID-19 Vaccine Leave FAQs
The New York Department of Labor (“NYDOL”) has released guidance on the New York State COVID-19 Vaccine Paid Leave Law, which went into effect on
March 30, 2021
New Yorkers Age 30 and Over Are Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccines on April 6th
Governor Cuomo has just announced that all New Yorkers over 30 years old will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine on April 6, 2021. Those
March 29, 2021
Effective March 23, 2021 – New York Law Requires that Single-Occupancy Restrooms Be Gender Neutral
Effective March 23, 2021, existing single-occupancy bathrooms must remove any signage designating the bathroom as “male” or “female” and replace it with signage indicating it
March 25, 2021
Webinar on April 8th: How COVID-19 has Impacted EEO Laws?
In response to COVID-19, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has updated and/or provided guidance related to the current employment concerns specific to the pandemic.
March 25, 2021
New York Employers Must Provide Employees with Paid Time Off for Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine
As we previously reported, the New York legislature passed a bill that requires employers to provide paid leave to employees to receive their COVID-19 vaccination.
March 17, 2021
The American Rescue Plan Extends and Modifies the FFCRA
On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“the Rescue Plan”). Employers should be aware of the key
March 17, 2021
President Biden Signs $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill: Important Updates for Employers
On March 11, President Biden signed into law the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (“the American Rescue Plan Act” or “the Act”). The $1.9 trillion
March 16, 2021
Webinar on March 25th: An Overview of Recent Wage and Hour Developments and How they Impact your Business
Join us for the next webinar exclusively for @work with ALG program subscribers: Webinar: An Overview of Recent Wage and Hour Developments and How they Impact
March 10, 2021
New York Eases Travel Guidelines
New York is easing its rules for out-of-state travelers who have already received a Covid-19 vaccine. On March 3, 2021, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that
March 9, 2021
CDC Issues New Guidance on Quarantine Exception for Fully Vaccinated Individuals
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) recently released updated materials on its website pertaining to when individuals should quarantine after exposure to
February 19, 2021
Managing Leaves of Absence
COVID-19 Issues in the Workplace: Changes, Challenges and Tips
The COVID-19 global pandemic has led to rapid and significant changes for employers across every industry. There continue to be immediate critical decisions that need
February 8, 2021
OSHA Issues Guidance on Mitigating and Preventing the Spread of COVID-19 in the Workplace
On January 29, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published updated guidance intended to provide strategies for non-healthcare employers and workers to identify
February 8, 2021