The Labor and Employment Podcast

Rosemary Enright and Michael Sciotti discuss New York State’s new Access to Personnel Records Law, taking effect November 8, 2026. The episode explains who is covered, what records may qualify, and why employers should begin preparing now. They also highlight key compliance issues, including employee access rights, copy obligations, record retention, dispute procedures, confidentiality concerns, and practical updates to handbooks, forms, and HR processes. Stay tuned for updates on this new law.

Rosemary Enright and Mike Sciotti are again joined by their Barclay Damon partner Scott Rogoff to continue their discussion of New York’s Hospitality Industry Wage Order. This episode highlights key wage and pay requirements beyond tip credits, including spread-of-hours pay, split shifts, call-in pay, overtime, tip credits, and salary/nonexempt classifications. Using real-world examples, the team explores common compliance risks for hospitality employers, addressing wage errors, and why employers should be cautious when relying on AI-generated legal guidance or sharing sensitive information with AI tools.Save the Date!Barclay Damon’s 2026 New York Labor & Employment Law Conference will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026, Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York. Learn more and let us know about any topics you’d like us to cover here.

Rosemary Enright and Mike Sciotti are joined by one of their Barclay Damon partners, Scott Rogoff, to explore the complexities of New York State’s Hospitality Wage Order. During the conversation, they share practical insights for employers navigating compliance plus tips for avoiding costly mistakes. Listen in for the first of several episodes on this topic.Save the Date!Barclay Damon’s 2026 New York Labor & Employment Law Conference will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026, Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York. Learn more and let us know about any topics you’d like us to cover here.

What should employers do when an EEOC charge arrives? In this episode, Rosemary Enright and Mike Sciotti explain the key steps—from reviewing the charge and notifying EPLI carriers to preparing a strong position statement and navigating the EEOC’s investigation. They also cover the laws enforced by the EEOC, response deadlines, conciliation, notices of right to sue, the 90-day window for filing a federal lawsuit, and how EEOC charges can interact with the New York State Division of Human Rights.Save the Date!Barclay Damon’s 2026 New York Labor & Employment Law Conference will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026, Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York. Learn more and let us know about any topics you’d like us to cover here.

Rosemary Enright and Mike Sciotti continue their discussion on the intricacies of handling charges filed with the New York State Division of Human Rights. They cover the process from receiving a no probable cause determination to preparing for hearings and settlement conferences, providing valuable insights for employers and in-house legal professionals.Save the Date!Barclay Damon’s 2026 New York Labor & Employment Law Conference will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026, Turning Stone Resort Casino, Verona, New York. Learn more and let us know about any topics you’d like us to cover here.