Rockland County voices from our editors and guest columnists
Most employers (hopefully) know that New York requires employers to give meal periods to employees working 6 hours or more – but, did you know there are specific times of day during which meal periods must be taken?
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Collaboration is often the currency of small business, particularly when those enterprises are artist-driven.
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There is nothing more debilitating and deflating to our financial wellness than comparing our choices and situation to someone else’s.
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Employees allowed up to three hours of paid leave to go to the polls on Election Day.
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Truth is, there are situations where you may not need the powers of branding to help your company grow. One of those situations is the startup phase of building your business.
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On July 10, 2019, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law a bill that amends New York Labor Law to include a prohibition on employers making wage or salary history inquiries.
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New York State has long required employers to provide written notice to employees who leave the company – regardless of the reason. In the three decades since this has been required, we have found most New York employers don’t even realize this requirement exists. Here’s what you need to know.
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We don’t love change, let’s be honest. But change is de rigueur on social media platforms so buckle up and prepare for the ride.
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As part of the 2016-17 State Budget, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation enacting a statewide $15 minimum wage plan that will increase earnings of an estimated 2.1 million New Yorkers, in all industries across the state.
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Almost all retailers are now feeling the pinch across their product lines. And, amid fears that what began as a temporary negotiating tool by the U.S. may become standard operating procedure in long-term trans-Pacific trade.
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