EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

New York has always been at the forefront of employee rights and labor laws, and 2025 has been no different. Here are all the 2025 compliance updates for New York that employers in the state should be aware of:

All workers in New York state are entitled to receive an hourly Minimum Wage rate according to New York Labor Laws and the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This Minimum Wage requirement includes workers across the hospitality industry, such as fast food workers, nail...

On April 23rd, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a final rule to promote competition by banning noncompetes nationwide, protecting the fundamental freedom of workers to change jobs, increasing innovation, and fostering new business formation. Here is what...

Much like federal COBRA, New York State continuation coverage applies to employers with 20 employees or fewer and gives workers employed by employers with 20 or fewer employees the right to continue purchasing group health insurance after an event in which the employee...

Every year the Governor of New York must submit an Executive Budget proposal outlining the anticipated income and expenses in the year to follow. The state Constitution mandates the approval of the state budget by April 1. With the budget can come updates to New York...

New York State has very straightforward rules and regulations when it comes to the final pay of an employee who has been terminated or has voluntarily quit. However, to avoid penalties or fines for non-compliance, employers must ensure they pay the terminated employee...

When it comes to employee leave options, it can get complicated quickly. With the different available types of employee leave and specific requirements for each one it is important that employers in New York understand what options are available to their employees.

Whether intentional or accidental, wage theft or inaccurately paying employees in New York can cost an employer dearly. So while it is important to use a payroll solution that ensures accuracy and helps you avoid errors, it is important to also understand employer...

Businesses in New York State must maintain compliance with both state and federal laws in order to avoid legal trouble, as well as hefty fines and penalties. Here are the labor law penalties and fines for New York State in 2024 and 2025.

New York State has one of the strictest child labor laws in the United States. With that said, it is important to know and understand the requirements for employing minors, especially when school is not in session.