Ignoring a sexual harassment complaint can expose employers to massive liability. Learn how even a single incident may create a hostile work environment and why delayed or inadequate responses increase damages. This guide explains employer duties, response best practices, and corrective actions beyond discipline to reduce risk, protect employees, and avoid costly lawsuits.

New York employers must prepare for 2026 wage updates effective January 1. Learn how minimum wage increases and higher overtime exemption salary thresholds impact NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and the rest of the state. Review key figures, compliance obligations, and practical steps employers should take now to update pay policies and avoid costly wage-and-hour violations.

Learn when employers must provide reasonable accommodations under the ADA, PWFA, PUMP Act, and Title VII. This easy guide explains employer obligations for disabilities, pregnancy, lactation, and religion, plus the steps to follow: create a policy, train staff, use the interactive process, and avoid undue hardship. Stay compliant and protect your workplace.

Learn how to properly support employees with disabilities while staying compliant with the ADA and Rehabilitation Act. This guide covers best practices for inclusive workplaces, low-cost accommodations, documentation, insurance considerations, and available tax credits. Discover practical steps employers can take to reduce risk, improve accessibility, and create a fair, legally compliant work environment.

Being commission-based doesn’t automatically make someone an independent contractor. The IRS and courts look at control, benefits, and work history—not just flexibility or pay structure. Learn how long-term employment, company oversight, and access to benefits can legally define a worker as an employee, and why proper classification is critical to avoid costly penalties.

Natural disasters can expose employers to serious safety and legal risks. Learn five key employment law issues every business must address—OSHA safety plans, wage and hour compliance, job duty changes, leave requests, and layoffs. Discover how proactive planning and legal guidance can protect employees, ensure compliance, and keep your business resilient during crises.

From navigating remote work accommodations to dealing with restrictive covenants and state law compliance for remote teams, today's workplace presents new legal challenges.

HR Professionals: Want to stay ahead of costly claims and lawsuits? Here are 5 key strategies every HR team should be using.

AI is transforming employment processes, making recruitment faster and more efficient. But with these benefits come real risks—especially around discrimination, data privacy, and regulatory compliance. From biased algorithms to the need for human oversight in automated decisions, employers must tread carefully.

Even well-meaning interview questions can land you in legal hot water. Questions like "Where do you live?" or "How many kids do you have?" might seem innocent—but they’re actually off-limits under employment laws.

New employment laws are rolling out in New York and New Jersey that will impact businesses and employees alike. Here's a quick rundown. Employers, now is the time to review policies, update payroll systems, and ensure compliance.

Get ahead of key changes coming in 2025, including: Wage and overtime updates; COVID-19 sick leave expiration; Paid family and prenatal leave expansions; Retail workplace safety enhancements; Changes to criminal background check regulations.