We enforce the State Labor Laws for minimum wage, hours of work, employment of minors, payment of wages, farm labor, nursing mothers in the workplace, and more. Employers and HR professionals can use this guide to better understand the labor laws covering New York businesses and to better manage compliance.Get information on wage and hour laws, child labor, industry specific laws and how New York is combating wage theft. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) created this overview of important City, State, and federal laws so you know your rights at work. Beginning in September 2023, New York State will require all employers with four or more employees to disclose salary ranges in job postings. Here, we're highlighting some of these key statespecific requirements and laws, and offering guidance to help you keep up. Learn about employment laws that cover wrongful discharge, workers' compensation, safety violations, discrimination, family and medical leave, and more. This pamphlet is intended to provide Employers and Employees with general information about their employment rights and responsibilities in New York State. Beginning January 1, 2025, employers participating in the state plan must remit employer and employee contributions to the state. General Labor Law Tips.