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Work Labor Law For Employees In New York
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Is There a Limit on Working Hours in New York? The New York State Department of Labor does not limit the number of hours employees can work per day. This means employers may legally ask their employees to work shifts of eight, ten, twelve, or more hours each day.
There are no limits on: The number of work hours per day (except for children under 18)
Employers in New York State must provide all employees time off for meals, after working a certain number of hours. In general, employers must provide at least 30 minutes of unpaid time off if an employee works more than 6 hours. The Meal Period Guidelines outline the requirements.
Employers in New York State must provide certain employees with at least 24 consecutive hours of rest in any calendar week. This is referred to as a day of rest, and the Guidelines (below) provide more specific details. Employers may apply for a variance from the day of rest requirement.
There are no limits on: The number of work hours per day (except for children under 18)
In New York, the new hire paperwork collection looks similar to that of other states: I-9 employment eligibility verification form (not required for volunteers, independent contractors, or unpaid interns) W-4 federal tax collection form. IT-2104 New York state tax withholding form.
Can I Sue the U.S. Department of Labor? Yes, it is possible to sue the Department of Labor. A federal district court in Texas awarded over half a million dollars in attorneys' fees and costs to an employer when the Department of Labor was not substantially justified in its legal position.
Agency: New York State Department of Labor. Division: Division of Labor Standards Local Office. Phone Number: (888) 469-7365. Business Hours: Monday - Friday: AM - PM. Staff is available through the automated phone system during business hours. Call volume is often high. If you don't get through, call back later.
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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. Get information on wage and hour laws, child labor, industry specific laws and how New York is combating wage theft.This section highlights important City, State, and federal labor laws that protect employees. This pamphlet is intended to provide Employers and Employees with general information about their employment rights and responsibilities in New York State. Employers and HR professionals can use this guide to better understand the labor laws covering New York businesses and to better manage compliance. Workers in New York State have rights and protections related to: Wages; Hours of work and overtime; Leave; Safety and health; Discrimination. These 30 days of employment need not be consecutive days but must be work days of employment in one calendar year. Employees are entitled to lawful pay for the work performed, to a safe work environment and to be treated in a non-discriminatory manner. New York is not a "RighttoWork" state. Employees are entitled to lawful pay for the work performed, to a safe work environment and to be treated in a non-discriminatory manner.