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. Workers in New York State have rights and protections related to: Wages; Hours of work and overtime; Leave; Safety and health; Discrimination.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. Get information on wage and hour laws, child labor, industry specific laws and how New York is combating wage theft. 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. Learn about employment laws that cover wrongful discharge, workers' compensation, safety violations, discrimination, family and medical leave, and more. NYC's Salary Transparency Law requires employers to include salary ranges in all job postings. Employees are entitled to lawful pay for the work performed, to a safe work environment and to be treated in a non-discriminatory manner. Don't risk costly NY labor law violations.