Michael Marra

February 09, 2018 | New York Law Journal

By seeking to ban all “mandatory arbitration” agreements, Proposal 18 presents one change to New York law that would have wide ranging effects on how private employers and employees navigate harassment (and possibly other) claims. However, other elements of the Proposal, though aimed at harassment in the public sector, may portend a future evolution of the laws regulating private employers.

By Michael Marra

8 minute read

October 27, 2017 | New York Law Journal

Michael Marra and Joshua Gelfand write: Although integration planning was underway prior to closing and a transition management team is already in place, crucial work remains. Where is a buyer to begin, and what post-closing employment and benefits issues should be prioritized?

By Michael Marra and Joshua Gelfand

9 minute read

May 03, 2017 | New York Law Journal

Michael Marra and Melissa Osipoff of Fisher Phillips discuss the New York Paid Family Leave Benefits Law (PFLBL), which guarantees job protected, paid family leave for virtually all private sector employees, effective Jan. 1, 2018. On Feb. 22, 2017, the NYS Workers' Compensation Board published proposed regulations that explain and clarify key elements of the PFLBL, which were open to public comment until April 8, 2017. Though subject to potential revision, the proposed regulations offer insight about implementation of the PFLBL.

By Michael Marra and Melissa Osipoff

19 minute read