EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

Employee records, commonly referred to as personnel files, must be maintained throughout an employee’s lifecycle with the organization. This includes even after they’ve left the company. As labor laws evolve, more jurisdictions are requiring employers to provide...

Employers in the state of New York in the hospitality industry have the option of combining an employee's wages with an hourly tip credit to satisfy the state's minimum wage requirements. Here is everything you need to know about the tipped minimum wage in New York...

In New York State, businesses need to ensure they pay employees properly and on time in order to maintain compliance with New York Pay Schedule Requirements. Here is everything businesses need to know.

There is a new legal requirement in New York State that impacts certain organizations that intend to do business with New York State or intend to bid on competitive government contracts. Specifically, these businesses must adopt a Gender-Based Violence Workplace Policy.

During the busy summer and holiday seasons, it is not uncommon for businesses to experience a higher volume of employee vacation requests. It is important for employers to stay prepared for this busy season, and that is where employee vacation planning comes into play.

While there is no universal list of compliance training requirements that businesses must follow for new employees, there are certain federally mandated trainings, depending on the nature of your business.

AI is causing businesses to constantly reevaluate the way they do things, as new tools and systems powered by AI are introduced to the world. However, major shifts in technology always solicit the question, "How will this impact jobs?"

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...

There are many responsibilities that fall to HR. One of the biggest and most important is keeping an up-to-date and compliant handbook, and in a state like New York, there are a lot of requirements to keep up with. Here is everything you need to include in your New...

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.