May 10, 2024 | New York Law Journal
Meet the New Boss, Same as the Old Boss: The New Old Independent Contractor RulesThe U.S. Department of Labor's new independent contractor regulations, effective March 11, 2024, replace a previous set of regulations issued under the Trump administration in 2021; however, the new rule is not really new.
By Jared Cook and Allen A. Shoikhetbrod
8 minute read
February 23, 2024 | New York Law Journal
New York Court Ruling Holds No Private Right of Action for Pay Frequency ClaimsTwo recent events may mark the end of the "frequency-of-pay" litigation that has hit New York employers in recent years. It is important to look at the background surrounding the uptick in pay frequency claims, the Second Department's decision and Governor Hochul's Executive Budget Proposal, as they could have major implications for employees and employers in the years to come.
By Allen A. Shoikhetbrod and Jared Cook
6 minute read
October 03, 2023 | New York Law Journal
Pay Transparency Law Goes Into Effect Across New York StateA discussion of some of the key areas and points of analysis concerning the new law.
By Allen A. Shoikhetbrod
7 minute read
February 10, 2023 | New York Law Journal
Will Recent Litigation Halt New York's Recreational Cannabis Sale Rollout?The state's plan to launch recreational cannabis sales as early as this year could be in jeopardy as a result of a Northern District court ruling.
By Allen A. Shoikhetbrod and Ryan J. McCall
6 minute read
April 05, 2022 | New York Law Journal
Navigating the Different Avenues of NY State's COVID-19 Paid Sick LeaveThis article provides a discussion of the intricacies of New York state's COVID-19 leave policies, as well as what employees need to do in order to apply for paid sick leave.
By Allen A. Shoikhetbrod and Daniel Siegel
7 minute read