The following sections of this handbook will outline the legal rights that all employees, including "at will" employees, have in the workplace. New York State lawmakers came to a final agreement on a 2024-25 budget bill, which contains several notable changes to New York's employment laws.This pamphlet is intended to provide Employers and Employees with general information about their employment rights and responsibilities in New York State. The yearend provides an opportune time to review some of the notable developments in the world of labor and employment law from this past year. Does an Employee have a legally protected right to employment? Welcome to Harris County Housing Authority (HCHA). United States, as listed in the Department of State Foreign Affairs Manual. We have extensive experience in handling state and federal litigation from commencement of the action through appeal. Employment law governs the employer-employee relationship and is made up of both state and federal laws.