November 2017 – Page 2

New York City Salary History Ban Now in Effect

November 1, 2017
Richard Hughes
Compensation

The day has finally arrived. Yesterday, on October 31, 2017, a new law took effect prohibiting public and private employers of any size in New York City from inquiring about a job applicant’s salary history and/or relying on an applicant’s…

Avoiding Invasion of Privacy Claims

November 1, 2017
Richard Hughes
Human Resources & Compliance

An employer’s investigation of an employee’s potential misconduct can give rise to various claims relating to invasion of privacy. Employer investigations can take many forms, from physically searching an employee’s desk, locker, or automobile following a complaint of stolen property,…