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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa055.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.findlaw.com/state/new-york-law/new-york-employment-laws.html\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.findlaw.com/state/new-york-law/new-york-employment-laws.html\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-employment-laws.html","crawl_time":1773516723,"first_indexed_time":1633411454,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,findlaw!www,\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-employment-laws.html s443","src_root_hash":"16644922069503358655","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"New York Employment Laws - FindLaw","meta_descriptions":["A review of the employment laws in New York state and New York City, with links to FindLaw's articles on New York laws and statutes."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Learn about your state’s laws by using the links below.\nCreated by\nFindLaw’s team\nof legal writers and editors\n| Last reviewed\nOctober 03, 2023\nThe last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our\ncontributing authors\n. We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please\ncontact an attorney in your area\n.\nEmployment laws include \nwage and hour laws\n, required time off, and unemployment. You have rights under both New York State laws and federal laws. New York State has its own set of employment laws and requirements that go beyond the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).\nThe laws and even the agencies that oversee the laws vary based on the issue you face:\nThe New York State Department of Labor (DOL) oversees the employment laws for the entire state.\nThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) monitors workplace health and safety conditions in the state.\nNYC has its own workers’ rights department, the \nOffice of Labor Policy & Standards\n.\nThe Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) sets labor standards for employees in the city of New York and provides resources for workers and businesses with questions about labor laws.\nFindLaw has links to the most recent \nNew York State Labor Laws\n. If you need legal advice about any employment issue in New York, you should speak with an \nemployment attorney\n near you.\nWage and Hour Laws\nThe New York state minimum wage as of 2023 is $14.20 per hour, except in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester, where it is $15.00 per hour. New York state law pays the state minimum wage or the federal minimum wage, whichever is greater. \n(Note: minimum wage rates are changing annually, so these figures are accurate as of the date of this article\n.)\nThe wide range of occupations in New York City make hours and schedules just as important as wages. The DCWP protects the \nscheduling and employment rights\n of:\nFast food workers.\n They must receive regular weekly schedules, extra pay for sudden schedule changes, and the right to accept or refuse additional work hours before management hires new staff.\nTipped workers and service employees.\n They must receive a minimum $12.50 per hour rate of pay, and a $2.50 tip credit. Employers may combine tip credits and minimum wage for a regular rate of at least the minimum wage.\nIndependent contractors \nhave the right to written employment contracts and timely payment for completed work. The contract should state the pay period and rate.\nRetail workers\n must receive their first schedule at least 72 hours before their initial shift. Workers cannot be scheduled “on-call.\"\nFood App delivery drivers \n(such as DoorDash) must receive paychecks at least weekly, have veto rights over their routes and driving distances, and learn their total in earnings and tips each day. In 2023, NYC was in \nlegal negotiations\n with the most popular delivery apps to increase the average hourly wage for drivers.\nBuilding service workers\n,\n such as maintenance staff, security guards, or janitors, must be retained during any transitional period of a building, such as a sale or lease transfer. Service workers must be kept on staff for 90 days and may only be terminated for cause or if the new owner or lessee determines that fewer employees are needed. If the workers complete the period with no disciplinary action, they must be offered continuing employment.\nPaid Safe and Sick Leave Act\nNYC also has the \nPaid Safe and Sick Leave Act\n. This Act requires employers to provide eligible employees with paid sick leave to care for themselves or family members, and to seek social or legal services if they have been the victim of any domestic violence threat or other health and safety hazard.\nThis leave law covers all workers, including undocumented workers. It does \nnot\n cover workers with collective bargaining agreements who have negotiated time off. The Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act is a local law intended to provide additional paid family leave for employees who otherwise would not have it.\nUnfair Labor Practices and Hiring Laws\nFederal law sets basic standards for hiring and firing practices, personal and family medical leave, and workers’ compensation insurance requirements.\nThe Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) guarantees eligible employees the right to 12 workweeks for a medical leave of absence in any 12-month period to recover from a serious health condition, care for a family member, or for childbirth.\nNew York has its own laws on discriminatory hiring, which resemble Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The New York State \nHuman Rights Law\n (Exc. Chapter 18, section 296) prevents employers from discriminating against potential employees based on:\nAge\nRace\nReligion\nNational origin\nCitizenship or immigration status\nSexual orientation, gender identity or expression\nMilitary status\nGender\nDisability\nPredisposing genetic characteristics\nFamilial status\nMarital status\nStatus as a victim of domestic violence\nMinors cannot work in occupations otherwise prohibited by state or federal laws, such as serving alcohol.\nEmployers cannot place employment advertisements that mention conviction records, pregnancy, or drug use. For instance, “job available, no convicted felons\" is not permitted. An employer may not ask for any background information until after making a job offer.\nUnfair Labor Practices and Right to Work\nNew York is a very union-oriented state. At the same time, the right of workers to refuse to join labor unions is a highly contested issue.\nSome states have passed laws limiting the ability of employers to refuse to hire non-union workers, known as “right to work\" laws. New York has not passed such legislation. Instead, New York’s unfair labor practices laws prohibit employers from requiring union membership as a condition of employment.\nOther worker rights New York labor laws protect include:\nReasonable meal breaks and rest breaks. State law mandates 30-minute lunch breaks after six hours’ work.\nEmployers have a legal duty to protect workers from sexual harassment. State laws require all employers with more than one employee conduct an annual sexual harassment training.\nIf employers provide benefits such as health insurance to full-time employees, the contract must state who is considered a “full-time\" employee. Usually, 38-40 hours per week is considered full-time.\nEmployers with more than 10 full-time employees are required to pay employees for jury duty. Employers cannot require a worker who was out on jury duty to return for a later shift to “make up\" for missing time.\nNew York’s comprehensive employment laws can be confusing, but they manage to address almost every possible issue, from health care to unemployment insurance. If you have a legal matter involving the state or city of New York, a \nNew York employment attorney\n near you can address your issues.\nLearn About New York Employment Laws\nNew York Legal Holidays\nA listing of legal holidays in New York, such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Columbus Day, on which employees are eligible for special holiday pay.\nNew York Right to Work Laws\nOverview of New York’s lack of so-called “right-to-work” laws, which exist in roughly half of all U.S. states and limit the ability of employers to refuse jobs to non-union workers.\nNew York Civil Rights Laws\nListing of New York laws protecting the civil rights of its residents, including the code sections, with information about court procedures and links to related information and resources.\nNew York Whistleblower Laws\nBrief synopsis of New York whistleblower law, which protects workers who claim unsafe or illegal conditions at the workplace from retaliation, such as being terminated or passed up for a promotion.\nWas this helpful?","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to main content](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-employment-laws.html#main-content)\n\n[Find a Lawyer](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/search\/?keyword=Employment&location=Beauharnois,%20Quebec \"Find a Beauharnois, Quebec Employment Lawyer\")\n\n- [Find a Lawyer](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/search\/?keyword=Employment&location=Beauharnois,%20Quebec \"Find a Beauharnois, Quebec Employment Lawyer\")\n- Legal Forms & Services\n  Legal Forms & Services\n  - 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If you need legal advice about any employment issue in New York, you should speak with an [employment attorney](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/employment-law-employee\/new-york\/?fli=dcta) near you.\n\n## Wage and Hour Laws\nThe New York state minimum wage as of 2023 is \\$14.20 per hour, except in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester, where it is \\$15.00 per hour. New York state law pays the state minimum wage or the federal minimum wage, whichever is greater. *(Note: minimum wage rates are changing annually, so these figures are accurate as of the date of this article*.)\n\nThe wide range of occupations in New York City make hours and schedules just as important as wages. The DCWP protects the [scheduling and employment rights](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/know-your-worker-rights.page) of:\n\n- **Fast food workers.** They must receive regular weekly schedules, extra pay for sudden schedule changes, and the right to accept or refuse additional work hours before management hires new staff.\n- **Tipped workers and service employees.** They must receive a minimum \\$12.50 per hour rate of pay, and a \\$2.50 tip credit. Employers may combine tip credits and minimum wage for a regular rate of at least the minimum wage.\n- **Independent contractors** have the right to written employment contracts and timely payment for completed work. The contract should state the pay period and rate.\n- **Retail workers** must receive their first schedule at least 72 hours before their initial shift. Workers cannot be scheduled “on-call.\"\n- **Food App delivery drivers** (such as DoorDash) must receive paychecks at least weekly, have veto rights over their routes and driving distances, and learn their total in earnings and tips each day. In 2023, NYC was in [legal negotiations](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/Delivery-Workers.page) with the most popular delivery apps to increase the average hourly wage for drivers.\n- **[Building service workers](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/building-workers.page),** such as maintenance staff, security guards, or janitors, must be retained during any transitional period of a building, such as a sale or lease transfer. Service workers must be kept on staff for 90 days and may only be terminated for cause or if the new owner or lessee determines that fewer employees are needed. If the workers complete the period with no disciplinary action, they must be offered continuing employment.\n## Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act\nNYC also has the [Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/paid-sick-leave-law-for-workers.page). This Act requires employers to provide eligible employees with paid sick leave to care for themselves or family members, and to seek social or legal services if they have been the victim of any domestic violence threat or other health and safety hazard.\n\nThis leave law covers all workers, including undocumented workers. It does *not* cover workers with collective bargaining agreements who have negotiated time off. The Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act is a local law intended to provide additional paid family leave for employees who otherwise would not have it.\n\n## Unfair Labor Practices and Hiring Laws\nFederal law sets basic standards for hiring and firing practices, personal and family medical leave, and workers’ compensation insurance requirements.\n\nThe Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) guarantees eligible employees the right to 12 workweeks for a medical leave of absence in any 12-month period to recover from a serious health condition, care for a family member, or for childbirth.\n\nNew York has its own laws on discriminatory hiring, which resemble Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The New York State [Human Rights Law](https:\/\/www.nysenate.gov\/legislation\/laws\/EXC\/296) (Exc. Chapter 18, section 296) prevents employers from discriminating against potential employees based on:\n\n- Age\n- Race\n- Religion\n- National origin\n- Citizenship or immigration status\n- Sexual orientation, gender identity or expression\n- Military status\n- Gender\n- Disability\n- Predisposing genetic characteristics\n- Familial status\n- Marital status\n- Status as a victim of domestic violence\n\nMinors cannot work in occupations otherwise prohibited by state or federal laws, such as serving alcohol.\n\nEmployers cannot place employment advertisements that mention conviction records, pregnancy, or drug use. For instance, “job available, no convicted felons\" is not permitted. An employer may not ask for any background information until after making a job offer.\n\n### Unfair Labor Practices and Right to Work\nNew York is a very union-oriented state. At the same time, the right of workers to refuse to join labor unions is a highly contested issue.\n\nSome states have passed laws limiting the ability of employers to refuse to hire non-union workers, known as “right to work\" laws. New York has not passed such legislation. Instead, New York’s unfair labor practices laws prohibit employers from requiring union membership as a condition of employment.\n\nOther worker rights New York labor laws protect include:\n\n- Reasonable meal breaks and rest breaks. State law mandates 30-minute lunch breaks after six hours’ work.\n- Employers have a legal duty to protect workers from sexual harassment. State laws require all employers with more than one employee conduct an annual sexual harassment training.\n- If employers provide benefits such as health insurance to full-time employees, the contract must state who is considered a “full-time\" employee. Usually, 38-40 hours per week is considered full-time.\n- Employers with more than 10 full-time employees are required to pay employees for jury duty. Employers cannot require a worker who was out on jury duty to return for a later shift to “make up\" for missing time.\n\nNew York’s comprehensive employment laws can be confusing, but they manage to address almost every possible issue, from health care to unemployment insurance. If you have a legal matter involving the state or city of New York, a [New York employment attorney](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/employment-law-employee\/new-york\/?fli=dcta) near you can address your issues.\n\n## Learn About New York Employment Laws\n- ### [New York Legal Holidays](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-legal-holidays-laws.html \"New York Legal Holidays\")\n  A listing of legal holidays in New York, such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Columbus Day, on which employees are eligible for special holiday pay.\n- ### [New York Right to Work Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-right-to-work-laws.html \"New York Right to Work Laws\")\n  Overview of New York’s lack of so-called “right-to-work” laws, which exist in roughly half of all U.S. states and limit the ability of employers to refuse jobs to non-union workers.\n\n- ### [New York Civil Rights Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-civil-rights-laws.html \"New York Civil Rights Laws\")\n  Listing of New York laws protecting the civil rights of its residents, including the code sections, with information about court procedures and links to related information and resources.\n- ### [New York Whistleblower Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-whistleblower-laws.html \"New York Whistleblower Laws\")\n  Brief synopsis of New York whistleblower law, which protects workers who claim unsafe or illegal conditions at the workplace from retaliation, such as being terminated or passed up for a promotion.\n\n## New York Employment Law Articles\n- [New York Civil Statute of Limitations Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-civil-statute-of-limitations-laws.html \"New York Civil Statute of Limitations Laws\")\n- [New York Domestic Workers Bill of Rights](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-domestic-workers-bill-of-rights.html \"New York Domestic Workers Bill of Rights\")\n- [New York Legal Holidays Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-legal-holidays-laws.html \"New York Legal Holidays Laws\")\n- [New York Overtime Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-overtime-laws.html \"New York Overtime Laws\")\n- [New York Right to Work Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-right-to-work-laws.html \"New York Right to Work Laws\")\n- [New York Wage and Hour Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-wage-and-hour-laws-1.html \"New York Wage and Hour Laws\")\n- [New York Whistleblower Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-whistleblower-laws.html \"New York Whistleblower Laws\")\n\nWas this helpful?\n\nYes\n\nNo\n\n### Popular Directory Searches\n- [Employment Law Lawyers](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/same-sex\/)\n- [Labor Lawyers](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/labor-law\/)\n- [Sexual Harassment Lawyers](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/sexual-harassment\/)\n- [Wage and Hour Lawyers](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/wage-hour\/)\n- [Whistleblower\/Qui Tam Lawyers](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/whistleblower-qui-tam\/)\n- [Wrongful Termination Lawyers](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/wrongful-termination\/)\n- [Discrimination Lawyers](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/discrimination\/)\n\n## You Don’t Have To Solve This on Your Own – Get a Lawyer’s Help\nMeeting with a lawyer can help you understand your options and how to best protect your rights. 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For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please [contact an attorney in your area](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/?fli=bylinelink).*\n\nEmployment laws include [wage and hour laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-wage-and-hour-laws-1.html), required time off, and unemployment. You have rights under both New York State laws and federal laws. New York State has its own set of employment laws and requirements that go beyond the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).\n\nThe laws and even the agencies that oversee the laws vary based on the issue you face:\n\n- The New York State Department of Labor (DOL) oversees the employment laws for the entire state.\n- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) monitors workplace health and safety conditions in the state.\n- NYC has its own workers’ rights department, the [Office of Labor Policy & Standards](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/office-of-labor-policy-and-standards-for-workers.page).\n- The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) sets labor standards for employees in the city of New York and provides resources for workers and businesses with questions about labor laws.\n\nFindLaw has links to the most recent [New York State Labor Laws](https:\/\/codes.findlaw.com\/ny\/labor-law\/#!tid=ND74BDB043131444D8DAC2E3E7A127EAC). If you need legal advice about any employment issue in New York, you should speak with an [employment attorney](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/employment-law-employee\/new-york\/?fli=dcta) near you.\n\n## Wage and Hour Laws\nThe New York state minimum wage as of 2023 is \\$14.20 per hour, except in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester, where it is \\$15.00 per hour. New York state law pays the state minimum wage or the federal minimum wage, whichever is greater. *(Note: minimum wage rates are changing annually, so these figures are accurate as of the date of this article*.)\n\nThe wide range of occupations in New York City make hours and schedules just as important as wages. The DCWP protects the [scheduling and employment rights](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/know-your-worker-rights.page) of:\n\n- **Fast food workers.** They must receive regular weekly schedules, extra pay for sudden schedule changes, and the right to accept or refuse additional work hours before management hires new staff.\n- **Tipped workers and service employees.** They must receive a minimum \\$12.50 per hour rate of pay, and a \\$2.50 tip credit. Employers may combine tip credits and minimum wage for a regular rate of at least the minimum wage.\n- **Independent contractors** have the right to written employment contracts and timely payment for completed work. The contract should state the pay period and rate.\n- **Retail workers** must receive their first schedule at least 72 hours before their initial shift. Workers cannot be scheduled “on-call.\"\n- **Food App delivery drivers** (such as DoorDash) must receive paychecks at least weekly, have veto rights over their routes and driving distances, and learn their total in earnings and tips each day. In 2023, NYC was in [legal negotiations](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/Delivery-Workers.page) with the most popular delivery apps to increase the average hourly wage for drivers.\n- **[Building service workers](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/building-workers.page),** such as maintenance staff, security guards, or janitors, must be retained during any transitional period of a building, such as a sale or lease transfer. Service workers must be kept on staff for 90 days and may only be terminated for cause or if the new owner or lessee determines that fewer employees are needed. If the workers complete the period with no disciplinary action, they must be offered continuing employment.\n## Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act\nNYC also has the [Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act](https:\/\/www.nyc.gov\/site\/dca\/workers\/workersrights\/paid-sick-leave-law-for-workers.page). This Act requires employers to provide eligible employees with paid sick leave to care for themselves or family members, and to seek social or legal services if they have been the victim of any domestic violence threat or other health and safety hazard.\n\nThis leave law covers all workers, including undocumented workers. It does *not* cover workers with collective bargaining agreements who have negotiated time off. The Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act is a local law intended to provide additional paid family leave for employees who otherwise would not have it.\n\n## Unfair Labor Practices and Hiring Laws\nFederal law sets basic standards for hiring and firing practices, personal and family medical leave, and workers’ compensation insurance requirements.\n\nThe Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) guarantees eligible employees the right to 12 workweeks for a medical leave of absence in any 12-month period to recover from a serious health condition, care for a family member, or for childbirth.\n\nNew York has its own laws on discriminatory hiring, which resemble Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The New York State [Human Rights Law](https:\/\/www.nysenate.gov\/legislation\/laws\/EXC\/296) (Exc. Chapter 18, section 296) prevents employers from discriminating against potential employees based on:\n\n- Age\n- Race\n- Religion\n- National origin\n- Citizenship or immigration status\n- Sexual orientation, gender identity or expression\n- Military status\n- Gender\n- Disability\n- Predisposing genetic characteristics\n- Familial status\n- Marital status\n- Status as a victim of domestic violence\n\nMinors cannot work in occupations otherwise prohibited by state or federal laws, such as serving alcohol.\n\nEmployers cannot place employment advertisements that mention conviction records, pregnancy, or drug use. For instance, “job available, no convicted felons\" is not permitted. An employer may not ask for any background information until after making a job offer.\n\n### Unfair Labor Practices and Right to Work\nNew York is a very union-oriented state. At the same time, the right of workers to refuse to join labor unions is a highly contested issue.\n\nSome states have passed laws limiting the ability of employers to refuse to hire non-union workers, known as “right to work\" laws. New York has not passed such legislation. Instead, New York’s unfair labor practices laws prohibit employers from requiring union membership as a condition of employment.\n\nOther worker rights New York labor laws protect include:\n\n- Reasonable meal breaks and rest breaks. State law mandates 30-minute lunch breaks after six hours’ work.\n- Employers have a legal duty to protect workers from sexual harassment. State laws require all employers with more than one employee conduct an annual sexual harassment training.\n- If employers provide benefits such as health insurance to full-time employees, the contract must state who is considered a “full-time\" employee. Usually, 38-40 hours per week is considered full-time.\n- Employers with more than 10 full-time employees are required to pay employees for jury duty. Employers cannot require a worker who was out on jury duty to return for a later shift to “make up\" for missing time.\n\nNew York’s comprehensive employment laws can be confusing, but they manage to address almost every possible issue, from health care to unemployment insurance. If you have a legal matter involving the state or city of New York, a [New York employment attorney](https:\/\/lawyers.findlaw.com\/employment-law-employee\/new-york\/?fli=dcta) near you can address your issues.\n\n## Learn About New York Employment Laws\n- ### [New York Legal Holidays](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-legal-holidays-laws.html \"New York Legal Holidays\")\n  A listing of legal holidays in New York, such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Columbus Day, on which employees are eligible for special holiday pay.\n- ### [New York Right to Work Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-right-to-work-laws.html \"New York Right to Work Laws\")\n  Overview of New York’s lack of so-called “right-to-work” laws, which exist in roughly half of all U.S. states and limit the ability of employers to refuse jobs to non-union workers.\n\n- ### [New York Civil Rights Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-civil-rights-laws.html \"New York Civil Rights Laws\")\n  Listing of New York laws protecting the civil rights of its residents, including the code sections, with information about court procedures and links to related information and resources.\n- ### [New York Whistleblower Laws](https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/new-york-law\/new-york-whistleblower-laws.html \"New York Whistleblower Laws\")\n  Brief synopsis of New York whistleblower law, which protects workers who claim unsafe or illegal conditions at the workplace from retaliation, such as being terminated or passed up for a promotion.\n\nWas this helpful?","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	Learn about your state’s laws by using the links below. Created by FindLaw’s team of legal writers and editors \| Last reviewed October 03, 2023 The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our contributing authors . We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please contact an attorney in your area . Employment laws include wage and hour laws , required time off, and unemployment. You have rights under both New York State laws and federal laws. New York State has its own set of employment laws and requirements that go beyond the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The laws and even the agencies that oversee the laws vary based on the issue you face: The New York State Department of Labor (DOL) oversees the employment laws for the entire state. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) monitors workplace health and safety conditions in the state. NYC has its own workers’ rights department, the Office of Labor Policy & Standards . The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) sets labor standards for employees in the city of New York and provides resources for workers and businesses with questions about labor laws. FindLaw has links to the most recent New York State Labor Laws . If you need legal advice about any employment issue in New York, you should speak with an employment attorney near you. Wage and Hour Laws The New York state minimum wage as of 2023 is $14.20 per hour, except in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester, where it is $15.00 per hour. New York state law pays the state minimum wage or the federal minimum wage, whichever is greater. (Note: minimum wage rates are changing annually, so these figures are accurate as of the date of this article .) The wide range of occupations in New York City make hours and schedules just as important as wages. The DCWP protects the scheduling and employment rights of: Fast food workers. They must receive regular weekly schedules, extra pay for sudden schedule changes, and the right to accept or refuse additional work hours before management hires new staff. Tipped workers and service employees. They must receive a minimum $12.50 per hour rate of pay, and a $2.50 tip credit. Employers may combine tip credits and minimum wage for a regular rate of at least the minimum wage. Independent contractors have the right to written employment contracts and timely payment for completed work. The contract should state the pay period and rate. Retail workers must receive their first schedule at least 72 hours before their initial shift. Workers cannot be scheduled “on-call." Food App delivery drivers (such as DoorDash) must receive paychecks at least weekly, have veto rights over their routes and driving distances, and learn their total in earnings and tips each day. In 2023, NYC was in legal negotiations with the most popular delivery apps to increase the average hourly wage for drivers. Building service workers , such as maintenance staff, security guards, or janitors, must be retained during any transitional period of a building, such as a sale or lease transfer. Service workers must be kept on staff for 90 days and may only be terminated for cause or if the new owner or lessee determines that fewer employees are needed. If the workers complete the period with no disciplinary action, they must be offered continuing employment. Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act NYC also has the Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act . This Act requires employers to provide eligible employees with paid sick leave to care for themselves or family members, and to seek social or legal services if they have been the victim of any domestic violence threat or other health and safety hazard. This leave law covers all workers, including undocumented workers. It does not cover workers with collective bargaining agreements who have negotiated time off. The Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act is a local law intended to provide additional paid family leave for employees who otherwise would not have it. Unfair Labor Practices and Hiring Laws Federal law sets basic standards for hiring and firing practices, personal and family medical leave, and workers’ compensation insurance requirements. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) guarantees eligible employees the right to 12 workweeks for a medical leave of absence in any 12-month period to recover from a serious health condition, care for a family member, or for childbirth. New York has its own laws on discriminatory hiring, which resemble Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The New York State Human Rights Law (Exc. Chapter 18, section 296) prevents employers from discriminating against potential employees based on: Age Race Religion National origin Citizenship or immigration status Sexual orientation, gender identity or expression Military status Gender Disability Predisposing genetic characteristics Familial status Marital status Status as a victim of domestic violence Minors cannot work in occupations otherwise prohibited by state or federal laws, such as serving alcohol. Employers cannot place employment advertisements that mention conviction records, pregnancy, or drug use. For instance, “job available, no convicted felons" is not permitted. An employer may not ask for any background information until after making a job offer. Unfair Labor Practices and Right to Work New York is a very union-oriented state. At the same time, the right of workers to refuse to join labor unions is a highly contested issue. Some states have passed laws limiting the ability of employers to refuse to hire non-union workers, known as “right to work" laws. New York has not passed such legislation. Instead, New York’s unfair labor practices laws prohibit employers from requiring union membership as a condition of employment. Other worker rights New York labor laws protect include: Reasonable meal breaks and rest breaks. State law mandates 30-minute lunch breaks after six hours’ work. Employers have a legal duty to protect workers from sexual harassment. State laws require all employers with more than one employee conduct an annual sexual harassment training. If employers provide benefits such as health insurance to full-time employees, the contract must state who is considered a “full-time" employee. Usually, 38-40 hours per week is considered full-time. Employers with more than 10 full-time employees are required to pay employees for jury duty. Employers cannot require a worker who was out on jury duty to return for a later shift to “make up" for missing time. New York’s comprehensive employment laws can be confusing, but they manage to address almost every possible issue, from health care to unemployment insurance. If you have a legal matter involving the state or city of New York, a New York employment attorney near you can address your issues. Learn About New York Employment Laws New York Legal Holidays A listing of legal holidays in New York, such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Columbus Day, on which employees are eligible for special holiday pay. New York Right to Work Laws Overview of New York’s lack of so-called “right-to-work” laws, which exist in roughly half of all U.S. states and limit the ability of employers to refuse jobs to non-union workers. New York Civil Rights Laws Listing of New York laws protecting the civil rights of its residents, including the code sections, with information about court procedures and links to related information and resources. New York Whistleblower Laws Brief synopsis of New York whistleblower law, which protects workers who claim unsafe or illegal conditions at the workplace from retaliation, such as being terminated or passed up for a promotion. Was this helpful?
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The laws and even the agencies that oversee the laws vary based on the issue you face: - The New York State Department of Labor (DOL) oversees the employment laws for the entire state. - The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) monitors workplace health and safety conditions in the state. - NYC has its own workers’ rights department, the [Office of Labor Policy & Standards](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/office-of-labor-policy-and-standards-for-workers.page). - The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) sets labor standards for employees in the city of New York and provides resources for workers and businesses with questions about labor laws. FindLaw has links to the most recent [New York State Labor Laws](https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/labor-law/#!tid=ND74BDB043131444D8DAC2E3E7A127EAC). 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They must receive regular weekly schedules, extra pay for sudden schedule changes, and the right to accept or refuse additional work hours before management hires new staff. - Tipped workers and service employees. They must receive a minimum \$12.50 per hour rate of pay, and a \$2.50 tip credit. Employers may combine tip credits and minimum wage for a regular rate of at least the minimum wage. - Independent contractors have the right to written employment contracts and timely payment for completed work. The contract should state the pay period and rate. - Retail workers must receive their first schedule at least 72 hours before their initial shift. Workers cannot be scheduled “on-call." - Food App delivery drivers (such as DoorDash) must receive paychecks at least weekly, have veto rights over their routes and driving distances, and learn their total in earnings and tips each day. In 2023, NYC was in [legal negotiations](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/Delivery-Workers.page) with the most popular delivery apps to increase the average hourly wage for drivers. - [Building service workers](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/building-workers.page), such as maintenance staff, security guards, or janitors, must be retained during any transitional period of a building, such as a sale or lease transfer. Service workers must be kept on staff for 90 days and may only be terminated for cause or if the new owner or lessee determines that fewer employees are needed. If the workers complete the period with no disciplinary action, they must be offered continuing employment. ## Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act NYC also has the [Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/paid-sick-leave-law-for-workers.page). 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New York has its own laws on discriminatory hiring, which resemble Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The New York State [Human Rights Law](https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/EXC/296) (Exc. Chapter 18, section 296) prevents employers from discriminating against potential employees based on: - Age - Race - Religion - National origin - Citizenship or immigration status - Sexual orientation, gender identity or expression - Military status - Gender - Disability - Predisposing genetic characteristics - Familial status - Marital status - Status as a victim of domestic violence Minors cannot work in occupations otherwise prohibited by state or federal laws, such as serving alcohol. Employers cannot place employment advertisements that mention conviction records, pregnancy, or drug use. For instance, “job available, no convicted felons" is not permitted. An employer may not ask for any background information until after making a job offer. ### Unfair Labor Practices and Right to Work New York is a very union-oriented state. At the same time, the right of workers to refuse to join labor unions is a highly contested issue. Some states have passed laws limiting the ability of employers to refuse to hire non-union workers, known as “right to work" laws. New York has not passed such legislation. Instead, New York’s unfair labor practices laws prohibit employers from requiring union membership as a condition of employment. Other worker rights New York labor laws protect include: - Reasonable meal breaks and rest breaks. State law mandates 30-minute lunch breaks after six hours’ work. - Employers have a legal duty to protect workers from sexual harassment. State laws require all employers with more than one employee conduct an annual sexual harassment training. - If employers provide benefits such as health insurance to full-time employees, the contract must state who is considered a “full-time" employee. Usually, 38-40 hours per week is considered full-time. - Employers with more than 10 full-time employees are required to pay employees for jury duty. Employers cannot require a worker who was out on jury duty to return for a later shift to “make up" for missing time. New York’s comprehensive employment laws can be confusing, but they manage to address almost every possible issue, from health care to unemployment insurance. 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Readable Markdown	Learn about your state’s laws by using the links below. Created by [FindLaw’s team](https://www.findlaw.com/company/our-team.html) of legal writers and editors \\| Last reviewed October 03, 2023 ## The last updated date refers to the last time this article was reviewed by FindLaw or one of our [contributing authors](https://www.findlaw.com/company/our-team/contributing-authors.html). We make every effort to keep our articles updated. For information regarding a specific legal issue affecting you, please [contact an attorney in your area](https://lawyers.findlaw.com/?fli=bylinelink). Employment laws include [wage and hour laws](https://www.findlaw.com/state/new-york-law/new-york-wage-and-hour-laws-1.html), required time off, and unemployment. You have rights under both New York State laws and federal laws. New York State has its own set of employment laws and requirements that go beyond the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The laws and even the agencies that oversee the laws vary based on the issue you face: - The New York State Department of Labor (DOL) oversees the employment laws for the entire state. - The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) monitors workplace health and safety conditions in the state. - NYC has its own workers’ rights department, the [Office of Labor Policy & Standards](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/office-of-labor-policy-and-standards-for-workers.page). - The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) sets labor standards for employees in the city of New York and provides resources for workers and businesses with questions about labor laws. FindLaw has links to the most recent [New York State Labor Laws](https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/labor-law/#!tid=ND74BDB043131444D8DAC2E3E7A127EAC). If you need legal advice about any employment issue in New York, you should speak with an [employment attorney](https://lawyers.findlaw.com/employment-law-employee/new-york/?fli=dcta) near you. ## Wage and Hour Laws The New York state minimum wage as of 2023 is \$14.20 per hour, except in NYC, Long Island, and Westchester, where it is \$15.00 per hour. New York state law pays the state minimum wage or the federal minimum wage, whichever is greater. (Note: minimum wage rates are changing annually, so these figures are accurate as of the date of this article.) The wide range of occupations in New York City make hours and schedules just as important as wages. The DCWP protects the [scheduling and employment rights](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/know-your-worker-rights.page) of: - Fast food workers. They must receive regular weekly schedules, extra pay for sudden schedule changes, and the right to accept or refuse additional work hours before management hires new staff. - Tipped workers and service employees. They must receive a minimum \$12.50 per hour rate of pay, and a \$2.50 tip credit. Employers may combine tip credits and minimum wage for a regular rate of at least the minimum wage. - Independent contractors have the right to written employment contracts and timely payment for completed work. The contract should state the pay period and rate. - Retail workers must receive their first schedule at least 72 hours before their initial shift. Workers cannot be scheduled “on-call." - Food App delivery drivers (such as DoorDash) must receive paychecks at least weekly, have veto rights over their routes and driving distances, and learn their total in earnings and tips each day. In 2023, NYC was in [legal negotiations](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/Delivery-Workers.page) with the most popular delivery apps to increase the average hourly wage for drivers. - [Building service workers](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/building-workers.page), such as maintenance staff, security guards, or janitors, must be retained during any transitional period of a building, such as a sale or lease transfer. Service workers must be kept on staff for 90 days and may only be terminated for cause or if the new owner or lessee determines that fewer employees are needed. If the workers complete the period with no disciplinary action, they must be offered continuing employment. ## Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act NYC also has the [Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act](https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/workers/workersrights/paid-sick-leave-law-for-workers.page). This Act requires employers to provide eligible employees with paid sick leave to care for themselves or family members, and to seek social or legal services if they have been the victim of any domestic violence threat or other health and safety hazard. This leave law covers all workers, including undocumented workers. It does not cover workers with collective bargaining agreements who have negotiated time off. The Paid Safe and Sick Leave Act is a local law intended to provide additional paid family leave for employees who otherwise would not have it. ## Unfair Labor Practices and Hiring Laws Federal law sets basic standards for hiring and firing practices, personal and family medical leave, and workers’ compensation insurance requirements. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) guarantees eligible employees the right to 12 workweeks for a medical leave of absence in any 12-month period to recover from a serious health condition, care for a family member, or for childbirth. New York has its own laws on discriminatory hiring, which resemble Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The New York State [Human Rights Law](https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/EXC/296) (Exc. Chapter 18, section 296) prevents employers from discriminating against potential employees based on: - Age - Race - Religion - National origin - Citizenship or immigration status - Sexual orientation, gender identity or expression - Military status - Gender - Disability - Predisposing genetic characteristics - Familial status - Marital status - Status as a victim of domestic violence Minors cannot work in occupations otherwise prohibited by state or federal laws, such as serving alcohol. Employers cannot place employment advertisements that mention conviction records, pregnancy, or drug use. For instance, “job available, no convicted felons" is not permitted. An employer may not ask for any background information until after making a job offer. ### Unfair Labor Practices and Right to Work New York is a very union-oriented state. At the same time, the right of workers to refuse to join labor unions is a highly contested issue. Some states have passed laws limiting the ability of employers to refuse to hire non-union workers, known as “right to work" laws. New York has not passed such legislation. Instead, New York’s unfair labor practices laws prohibit employers from requiring union membership as a condition of employment. Other worker rights New York labor laws protect include: - Reasonable meal breaks and rest breaks. State law mandates 30-minute lunch breaks after six hours’ work. - Employers have a legal duty to protect workers from sexual harassment. State laws require all employers with more than one employee conduct an annual sexual harassment training. - If employers provide benefits such as health insurance to full-time employees, the contract must state who is considered a “full-time" employee. Usually, 38-40 hours per week is considered full-time. - Employers with more than 10 full-time employees are required to pay employees for jury duty. Employers cannot require a worker who was out on jury duty to return for a later shift to “make up" for missing time. New York’s comprehensive employment laws can be confusing, but they manage to address almost every possible issue, from health care to unemployment insurance. If you have a legal matter involving the state or city of New York, a [New York employment attorney](https://lawyers.findlaw.com/employment-law-employee/new-york/?fli=dcta) near you can address your issues. ## Learn About New York Employment Laws - ### [New York Legal Holidays](https://www.findlaw.com/state/new-york-law/new-york-legal-holidays-laws.html "New York Legal Holidays") A listing of legal holidays in New York, such as Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Columbus Day, on which employees are eligible for special holiday pay. - ### [New York Right to Work Laws](https://www.findlaw.com/state/new-york-law/new-york-right-to-work-laws.html "New York Right to Work Laws") Overview of New York’s lack of so-called “right-to-work” laws, which exist in roughly half of all U.S. states and limit the ability of employers to refuse jobs to non-union workers. - ### [New York Civil Rights Laws](https://www.findlaw.com/state/new-york-law/new-york-civil-rights-laws.html "New York Civil Rights Laws") Listing of New York laws protecting the civil rights of its residents, including the code sections, with information about court procedures and links to related information and resources. - ### [New York Whistleblower Laws](https://www.findlaw.com/state/new-york-law/new-york-whistleblower-laws.html "New York Whistleblower Laws") Brief synopsis of New York whistleblower law, which protects workers who claim unsafe or illegal conditions at the workplace from retaliation, such as being terminated or passed up for a promotion. 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