Hurricane Sandy: employment issues for New York employers *

USA - November 1 2012
As a result of Hurricane Sandy a number of issues have arisen concerning the payment of wages.

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New York Governor signs wage deduction bill *

USA - September 7 2012
With one signature on September 7, 2012, Gov. Andrew Cuomo has made the business community very happy by amending New York State labor law § 193 to expand the scope of permissible deductions from an employee’s wages.

Co-authors: Brynn Hollows.

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Say goodbye to automatic gratuities *

USA - July 30 2012
On June 20, 2012, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued Revenue Ruling 2012-18 to clarify and update existing guidelines on taxation issues affecting the hospitality industry.

Co-authors: Eli Z. Freedberg.

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Reminder to provide termination letters when New York employees leave employment *

USA - June 7 2012
Since 1989, New York law has required employers to provide written notice to employees whose employment has been terminated. 

Co-authors: Glenn S. Grindlinger .

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Give tipped employees proper notice if taking tip credit *

USA - February 15 2012
It is imperative that employers comply with all of the Fair Labor Standards Act’s requirements, and be able to provide proof of adherence to protect themselves in court.

Co-authors: Eli Z. Freedberg.

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