The Deregulation of Marijuana in NYS In March 2021, the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act was signed into law, making New York the 15th state to legalize recreational marijuana. The Cannabis Law legalized the use of cannabis (also known as marijuana or recreational marijuana) by adults 21 years of age or older. The legislation established … Continued
With access to a plethora of resources, today’s workers can be more skilled than ever before. Though this task may be easier said than done, learning and skill growth are vital to attracting and retaining talent. Skill building is not just a perk for employees, it’s a priority for organizational success. Many employees are … Continued
With Q2 upon us, your business needs and goals may require some new employees to grow your business. A challenge many owners and leaders encounter is cost- how will these new employees be compensated? What is an appropriate salary range? Is it sustainable for the long term? In this blog, we will explore the top … Continued
Here at ESC, we provide our clients with HR best practices to, among other reasons, plan for growth. Now we are taking our own advice and hosting an open house for HR professionals! This is a chance for those seeking an fresh career opportunity now or in the future to learn about ESC, our … Continued
Employers in New York State have no shortage of employment regulations with which they must comply. Recently, ESC co-hosted with the law firm Gross Shuman, an interactive panel discussion at the Hyatt Place. Our own Liz Warren and Katie Adrian were joined by Hugh Carlin and Kevin Burke of Gross Shuman to discuss the latest … Continued
Update: March 14, 2024 The NLRB’s joint-employer rule for determining joint employment status that was set to take effect on March 11 has been vacated by a federal judge. The US Chamber of Commerce and other business groups challenged the new rule, arguing that it is “inconsistent with common law” and the federal judge agreed. … Continued
With Employee Appreciation Day right around the corner on March 1st, you still have time to plan something fun and thoughtful for your most valuable asset- your employees. No matter how big or small, a thoughtful act of kindness or gift to your employees will surely be appreciated. Feeling appreciated in the workplace promotes … Continued
Employer Services Corporation and Gross Shuman PC proudly present Important Rule Changes & HR Trends for 2024 Employers in New York State have no shortage of employment regulations with which they must comply. In this interactive panel discussion designed for business owners and executives, Liz Warren and Katie Adrian of Employer Services Corporation will be … Continued
This is a guest blog post from our friends at Compeer Buffalo and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara, & the Southern Tier “Mentoring Unveiled” – Raising Awareness about the Power of Mentorship Big Brothers Big Sisters and Compeer Buffalo Work Together to Help More Local Youth Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, … Continued
The UB School of Management’s Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership (CEL) is a true jewel in the WNY business community. CEL alumni come from all areas of business and tend to be rabid fans of this extremely effective business growth and development organization. CEL is the premier Western New York resource for entrepreneurs who are looking … Continued
