Frances Kulka Browne

Frances Kulka Browne

August 11, 2021 | New York Law Journal

Issues for New York Employers With Remote Workers Outside the State

In assessing the feasibility of permitting employees to work from out-of-state locations, employers customarily assess business and tax issues. However, they should also consider terms and conditions of employment, anti-discrimination and leave laws, and employee separations.

By Frances Kulka Browne and Alanna G. Morgan

6 minute read

September 29, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Courts Disagree on Preemption of Arbitration of Discrimination Claims

To arbitrate, or not to arbitrate? That is the question with respect to discrimination and sexual harassment claims in New York.

By Frances Kulka Browne and Erika Ghaly

8 minute read

May 20, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Employers' Options Under Employment Agreements in Light of COVID‑19

Employers should carefully analyze the language of each agreement before taking any action to avoid exposing themselves to potential breach of contract claims.

By Frances Kulka Browne and Erika Ghaly

8 minute read

January 28, 2020 | New York Law Journal

New Year, New Employer Obligations

Employers would be wise to add an employment law compliance review to their checklist of action items for the new year.

By Frances Kulka Browne and Erika Ghaly

8 minute read

August 19, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Mandatory Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Claims and FAA Preemption

The future of mandatory arbitration is far from settled.

By Frances Kulka Browne and Erika Ghaly

8 minute read