Davis+Gilbert’s attorneys have, once again, been selected into New York Metro Super Lawyers and New York Metro Rising Stars annual lists. In this year’s Super Lawyers list, 11 attorneys have been recognized for 10 consecutive or more years: Gerald R. Uram for 16 years; Gregg A. Gilman, Neal H. Continue Reading
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New York State Introduces Elective Pass-Through Entity Tax
The Bottom Line Pass-through entities with New York income should examine whether to elect into the PTE Tax to potentially reduce the taxes of their owners.Those considering the election should consider whether the taxes are creditable against state taxes for non-residents. S corporations and Continue Reading
New York HERO Act Establishes Additional COVID-19 Workplace Safety Requirements
Update The Act has been amended to extend the deadlines described below. The NYDOL now has until July 5, 2021 to issue industry-specific airborne infectious disease prevention standards. Once these standards are issued, employers will have 30 days to adopt a disease prevention plan in accordance Continue Reading
Keeping the Faith…less Servant Doctrine Alive
The Bottom Line The faithless servant doctrine has potentially huge advantages for employers, including alleviating the need to prove damages – a requirement for any claim for breach of contract.Disgorgement of past wages allows for monetary relief in circumstances where proving damages may be Continue Reading
Additional Tax Credits to Employers Who Extend FFCRA Benefits Through September 2021
The Bottom Line Employers should coordinate with counsel as they decide whether to offer FFCRA leave through September 30, 2021 given the expanded employee coverage available under the law.Employers should also ensure that they have updated their policies to reflect expanded FFCRA (if being Continue Reading
Taxing Digital Advertisements Face Stiff Legal Challenges
The Bottom Line Attempts to tax various forms of digital activity is widespread as states look for ways to raise revenue to offset state and local budgets caused by COVID-19. Companies that engage in digital advertising and industry groups should closely monitor these developments.If Maryland is Continue Reading
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New York Legislation Provides Employees with Paid Leave for COVID-19 Vaccinations
Update Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the legislation described in this Alert on March 12, 2021. The Bottom Line New York’s Legislature recently passed a bill, which, if signed into law by Governor Andrew Cuomo, would temporarily amend the New York Labor Law to require New York employers Continue Reading
Subscription-Based Marketers Should Prepare for NY’s New Automatic Renewal Law
The Bottom Line The New York Automatic Renewal Law (ARL) has arrived, and it covers B2C subscription contracts.Marketers offering New York consumers goods or services on a subscription or automatic renewal basis should review their negative option/auto-renewal program practices to ensure Continue Reading