Explore our blog for articles from our in-house experts. Find resources for payroll management, employee benefits, HR management, compliance, and more.
New York State Department of Labor In response to growing concerns over workplace harassment and in the wake of the #MeToo movement, New York State implemented comprehensive measures to combat sexual harassment in the workplace. The aim was to establish clear policies for employers and employees regarding harassment, and to provide comprehensive training to foster……
In today’s work environment, organizational culture is emerging as one of the most pressing challenges for HR professionals…
In today’s competitive business landscape, making strategic decisions isn’t just about having a great product or service…
Every time you open your inbox or scan trending news articles, you are sure to come across something about Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI has quickly become a hot topic across industries, including Human Resources (HR). A fear that has come out of the quick growth of AI is that it will replace workers. The……
Here at ESC, our compliance department is consistently monitoring labor-related rules and regulations on the federal, state, and local levels. We identify and advise our clients on updates to existing regulations, newly enacted legislation, and labor-related items in the legislative pipeline. Here are three key updates for summer 2024: Paid Lactation Breaks and Paid……
At the beginning of 2024, one of the HR trends to keep an eye on was the social and political climate. Between the presidential debate scheduled for later this month, increased action on the campaign trail, and the wide media coverage of former President Trump’s conviction, some political conversation is likely to trickle into……
In the post pandemic era, the labor market has presented many challenges for employers from the Great Resignation to Quiet Quitting. As of April 2024, the current US job market shows a generally positive picture. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported an increase of 175,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, which, although healthy, is below the……
This week kicks off National PEO Week! The first PEO week was celebrated in 2023, as proclaimed by Rep. Erin Houchin (R-IN), who is also a former PEO employee. Professional Employer Organizations (PEOs) like ESC serve small and mid-size businesses and provide business owners with peace of mind with reduced liabilities, greater employee benefit……
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……