EBC HR & Payroll News and Articles

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...

On September 14, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a Bill (S. 4878-A/A. 398A) which amends Section 590 of the Labor Law. Here is what employers need to know regarding the updates around unemployment benefits notices.

As of December 31, 2020 employers are no longer required to offer COVID-19 Paid Leave under federal law and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), later extended under the name of the American Rescue Plan Act. However, employers who did offer COVID-19...

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 2025, for executive and...

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.

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.

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:

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...

August is National Breastfeeding Month, which makes it an ideal time to address lactation accommodations in the workplace. Employers have a legal and ethical responsibility to aid their breastfeeding staff. Providing lactation accommodations helps to create a...