
New York Paid Family Leave Updates for 2026
As you may be aware, New York State Paid Family Leave provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of job protected, paid time off

As you may be aware, New York State Paid Family Leave provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of job protected, paid time off

On January 1, 2026, the minimum wage will increase to $17.00 per hour for employees located in New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County,

New York City has amended the New York City Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (“ESSTA”) expanding its leave entitlements to employees. The amendments go
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