Simply put, political affiliation is a protected class from discrimination in NYS. A real-life example of …

In NYS, Political Harassment is Discrimination in Business and at Work Read more →

When I was the Director of HR for a national company, we would hold an annual …

A Few Real-Life Examples of “Petty Slights” or “Trivial Inconveniences” (Not NYS Sexual or Other Harassment) in Business and at Work Read more →

It’s straightforward, actually. Avoid any jokes about any sexual topics at work – including but not …

Do You Know Which Jokes Constitute Sexual (and Other) Harassment in Business and at Work? Read more →

At the end of the NYS 2019 legislative session, additional employer requirements are now effective for …

You Must Distribute Your NYS-Compliant Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy at Your NYS-Mandated Annual Employee Harassment Prevention Training (and to New Hires) in Business and at Work Read more →

As I continue to conduct the NYS-Mandated Annual Sexual Harassment Training for employees and their managers, …

Your Board of Directors Should Attend Your Annual NYS Mandated Sexual Harassment Prevention Training in Business and at Work Read more →

Another key consideration for employers managing their seasonal workers hired for the summer—aside from utilizing the …

Seasonal / Temporary Employees Can’t Be Paid as 1099 Independent Contractors in Business and at Work Read more →

As employers begin to hire seasonal employees for the upcoming summer vacation season, they can provide …

NYS Employers Hiring Seasonal Employees Can Include NY Paid Family Leave Waiver / Opt Out Form in Business and at Work Read more →

In my HR consulting travels, I’ve heard a variety of comments from employers about the annual …

NYS Mandated Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Must Be Delivered (Not Just Read) in Business and at Work Read more →

As a mediator, I particularly love participating in any available mediation training. I took one mediation …

Has Your NYS Sexual Harassment Prevention Trainer Investigated and Stopped Workplace Harassment Themselves in Business and at Work? Read more →

As part of the NYS-Mandated Sexual and Other Harassment Prevention Training that I conduct for clients, …

Harassment Complaint Retaliation is Unlawful and Grounds for Immediate Termination in Business and at Work Read more →