by Stephen D. Hans | Jan 15, 2015 | Employment Law, Wage and Hour
Minimum wage increases took effect on December 31, 2014, raising the New York minimum wage from $8.00 to $8.75 per hour for employees who work based on hourly wages. By the way, another minimum wage increase also occurs approximately a year from now, on December 31,...
by Stephen D. Hans | Jan 8, 2015 | Employment Defense Attorney
Minimum wage increases took effect on December 31, 2014, raising the New York minimum wage from $8.00 to $8.75 per hour for employees who work based on hourly wages. By the way, another minimum wage increase also occurs approximately a year from now, on December 31,...
by Stephen D. Hans | Dec 17, 2014 | Business Attorney, Employment Defense Attorney
As employers, sometimes it is difficult to keep with the employment law changes, which is why you should consult periodically with an employment defense lawyer and stay apprised of new laws. At the end of October 2014, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio signed the...
by Stephen D. Hans | Dec 10, 2014 | Labor Law, Uncategorized, Wage and Hour
Business owners can get themselves into trouble when not understanding wage and hours laws. What appears to be a bright idea that cuts corners and saves money is sometimes a violation that leads to costly consequences. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes...
by Stephen D. Hans | Dec 4, 2014 | Business Attorney
A recent change in regulations predicted to arrive soon is that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will release a national menu labeling standard for chain restaurants. The standard will address calorie and nutritional information required on menus and at point of...
