[New York employers should expect heightened scrutiny of their wage-and-hour policies in 2026.]

As we kick off 2026, it is an important reminder for employers that New York is a hotbed for wage-hour issues.  The Eastern and Southern Districts of New York consistently see more cases asserting claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) than any other

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By: Hillary Massey, Kyle A. Petersen, and Molly C. Mooney

Seyfarth Synopsis: The federal government has now shutdown as of midnight on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 with no money flowing to fund non-essential services. Private-sector employers with federal contracts may need to consider cost-saving measures, such as temporary furloughs, reductions in hours, or reduced pay.

With government funding

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