Doing Business in New York Part 1: Being A New York Employer - Key Differences in Law That Incoming Businesses Need to Know
For existing businesses expanding operations into New York State for the first time, there are a myriad of legal idiosyncrasies to navigate. Businesses must proactively identify areas where a different approach is required to be successful (and compliant) in New York. This article is the first of a series intended for businesses trying to understand what sets New York apart from a legal and regulatory perspective. When it comes to employment law, there is no question that New York is a leader in workplace rights and regulations, making it confusing for businesses accustomed to operating in other states. Every year, it seems, there is a new state mandate employers must implement—whether it be a new a new policy to maintain, a new type of leave to offer, or a standard practice that it must avoid. A comprehensive list of differences would fill a book (in fact, The Essential Guide to New York Employment Law , written by Bond lawyers, is nearly 500 pages), but here is a primer ...