EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

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...

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 2026.

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.

Employers in New York are responsible for understanding the state unemployment insurance (SUI) rates for New York. Here is everything that employers need to know.

It is exceptionally important to maintain compliance with overtime laws in New York, and with that in mind, businesses should ensure they have adjusted payroll and wages to reflect the changes to New York State’s exempt salary threshold for 2026, for executive and...

Employees in New York State are considered “at-will” employees, however, while employment may be “at-will,” there is an exception to the doctrine of at-will employment in New York.

Many businesses rely on seasonal employees. However, in order to maintain compliance, properly process payroll, and find success, employers need to pay close attention to how they manage their season workforce. Here is everything you need to know about seasonal...

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...

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that provides eligible employees of covered employers with unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons. This article will walk you through FMLA basics that every employer should...

Employee handbooks are a foundational source of information for your organization. They should cover all processes, procedures, and compliance requirements, as well as detail your company's culture. But many organizations lack the resources to put together and maintain...