An employee let us know they changed their name. What documentation do we need, and what changes do we need to make?

by | Jul 8, 2025 | Human Resources

When an employee informs you that they’ve changed their name, it’s important to handle the update properly—both to show respect for the employee and to stay compliant with your recordkeeping obligations. Below are steps you’ll want to take to get their information...

One of our employees has taken on a second job, and I’m concerned the additional work might hurt their performance or interfere with their work. Should we keep closer tabs on them?

by | Jul 2, 2025 | Human Resources

If you haven’t had previous issues with this employee’s performance, don’t worry about them taking a second job unless or until you need to. Side jobs are common, and many people manage them just fine. You can certainly reiterate your performance expectations, whether...

Law Alert: NYC ESSTA Rules Amended to Include Paid Prenatal Leave

by | Jul 2, 2025 | Employment Law, Human Resources

Beginning July 2, 2025, New York City’s (NYC) Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) rules will be amended to address the state’s paid prenatal leave (PPL) law, both of which apply to employers of all sizes. Below are some of the key updates to the ESSTA rules that NYC...

An employee requested to work remotely as an accommodation so they can be home with a child who is disabled. Do we have to provide this accommodation under the ADA?

by | Jun 3, 2025 | Employment Law, Human Resources

No, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) doesn’t require that employers provide accommodations to employees because they have a family member who is disabled. You’re only required to provide an accommodation under the ADA when the employee themselves has a...

Can we tell employees not to talk about their pay with each other?

by | May 20, 2025 | Employment Law, Human Resources, Payroll

Generally, no. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) grants all non-supervisory employees (not just those in unions) the right to organize and engage in “concerted activity” for the purpose of mutual aid or protection. Concerted means “in concert,” meaning more than...

One of our employees is returning from FMLA next month. Is it okay for their manager to contact them before they return?

by | May 12, 2025 | Human Resources, Time & Attendance

Yes. Employer-initiated contact during a protected leave is permissible, but it should be minimal and limited to necessary updates (like relocation of the workplace or a change in operating hours), confirmation of return dates, or expressions of goodwill. Occasional,...