The old adage, “if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere,” is no less applicable to employers operating in New York City than to Broadway performers. Companies doing business in the Big Apple over the last few years have had to implement an ever-expanding array of employment law mandates not seen in many other jurisdictions. This can be daunting for new and seasoned New York City employers alike.

In this article, we highlight some of the most recent and most critical employment-related laws for employers conducting or contemplating business in New York City to consider.

Legislative Backdrop