As COVID-19 vaccination roll-outs become more widespread in the United States and the European Union, employers should proactively consider the impact of vaccinations on return to work policies and practices. The extent to...more
Q: One of our employees has been exhibiting strange, erratic behavior at work. Can we require the employee to submit to a mental health examination?
A: Possibly. The ADA prohibits employers from requiring their workers to...more
Q: A former employee has invited some of her former co-workers and clients to connect on LinkedIn. Is this a violation of her non-solicitation agreement with our company?
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Q: What do I need to know about the recent additions to New York City’s law about the use of criminal history in employment decisions?
A: While the New York City Fair Chance Act (“FCA”) has been in effect since October...more
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Local Ordinance
Regardless of where a company is headquartered, it likely contracts with one or more independent contractors who live or work in New York City. If your company does so, take note. On November 16, 2016, Mayor de Blasio signed...more