March 29, 2021
Sexual Harassment

Cuomo’s Textbook Violations of His Own Sexual Harassment Law

Senior Associate Alex Berke published “Cuomo’s Textbook Violations of His Own Sexual Harassment Law” in the Daily Beast this weekend.

“Bottom line: Whether or not you personally feel that Cuomo’s actions can be excused, they appear to have violated multiple provisions of the NYS Human Rights Law, which is designed to create a safe workplace for all people. If the governor’s actions go unpunished, it is a clear demonstration that the law does not apply to him."

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Updates to New York State Whistleblower Law

January 5, 2022
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On October 28, 2021, Governor Kathy Hochul signed an amendment expanding the New York Whistleblower Law—§740 of the Labor Law, increasing workplace protections against retaliation for private-sector employees while increasing employer liability.

NY State Mask Mandate Returns

December 22, 2021
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In light of the Omicron threat, New York State has resumed its mask mandate, stipulating that all businesses that are open to the public and do not require proof of full vaccination must require everyone to be masked.

Here’s Why Justice May Demand That Harvey Weinstein Goes Free

December 20, 2021
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On Wednesday, December 15, the Appellate Division, First Department of New York State heard arguments regarding the appeal of Harvey Weinstein’s criminal conviction for rape and assault. Read Senior Associate Alex Berke’s Daily Beast article about why overturning Weinstein’s conviction may be the just thing to do.
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