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Distinguishing Employment Agreements from Policies, Handbooks, and Manuals

Nance Schick · Nov 25, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post is a general overview of organizational and employer documents. It does not contain legal advice. If you require legal advice applied to your unique situation, please make an …

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Do New York State Employers Need Employee Handbooks?

Nance Schick · Nov 18, 2024 ·

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New York State employers with small workforces often ask us whether they need to have an employee handbook. Technically, there is no legal requirement for a formal bound handbook. However, there are …

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Why Employers Shouldn’t Rely Solely on AI-Generated Employee Handbooks

Nance Schick · Feb 21, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about employee handbooks. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please make an appointment …

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How to Use an Employee Handbook: A Guide for Employees

Nance Schick · Jan 31, 2024 ·

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DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of employee handbooks. It is not legal advice, and I am not your attorney. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please …

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Why Your Employee Handbook Isn’t Enough for Today’s Workplaces

Nance Schick · Jan 7, 2024 ·

DISCLAIMER: This post contains general information about employee handbooks. It is not legal advice. If you have questions about employee policies, we strongly recommend you schedule a consultation …

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Are Your Employee Policies Updated for Paid Family Leave?

Nance Schick · Jan 7, 2019 ·

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Last year, New York State's ("NYS") Paid Family Leave ("PFL") laws took effect, offering employees to apply for insurance benefits to cover time off to: Bond with a child (e.g., newborn, …

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