EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

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...

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.

Every year, employers must ensure that their staff complete the annual New York State Workplace Sexual Harassment Prevention training, required by state law. Here is what New York organizations should know about New York Sexual Harassment Prevention Training.

In today's digital age, the accessibility of sensitive data and highly confidential information poses a significant risk to business entities, their technology infrastructure, and their reputation. It is crucial for businesses to explore cybersecurity options to...

Businesses in New York State should understand the rules regarding travel time under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), so that way they can ensure employees are paid properly and fairly. Here is what employers need to know about paying employees for travel time in...

New York State employees have certain protected rights when it comes to expressing breast milk in the workplace. Here is what employers need to know.

As of July 31st, 2023 employers will no longer be able to have I-9 forms inspected remotely. Here is everything you need to know about the Form I-9 flexibility requirement, due to COVID, ending and what employers need to do next.

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a new version of Form I-9, as well as certain updates to rules and regulations around the form. Here is what employers need to know:

Federal lawmakers recently passed the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 (SECURE 2.0), a retirement security package that will introduce some of the most comprehensive changes to retirement policy in recent years. Tucked in the omnibus appropriations package, SECURE 2.0 will...

In March 2021, New York legalized the recreational use of marijuana and cannabis products for individuals over 21 years of age. This Act protects an employee’s right to use consumable products, including cannabis. However, that doesn't mean workers can start showing up...