We have put together a list of some of the labor laws of New York State for you.

• The current minimum wage for covered employees in the State of New York is $7.15 per hour. There is a list of exceptions to this covered minimum wage law.
• If a covered employee is required to work overtime, they must be paid one and a half times their normal hourly rate.
• A one hour meal period or break time must be provided to employees who work more than six hours, an employer is not required to pay for that time.
• The number of hours a day that an employee can be asked to work is not restricted unless the employee is under the age of 18.
• Employers can require employees to wear uniform.
• Employers are not required to pay an employee for sick time or vacation time.
• Employers have the right to fire an employee at any time as New York State is an ‘employment at will’ state.

For more information on Labor Laws for New York State please go to the New York State Legislature website.