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16.261% - 24.061%
8.52%

Sick leave falls under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - see our page on the United States for more details. Further to the FMLA, New Your City and Westchester County have their own provisions for paid sick leave for employees working for companies with a minimum of five staff. After completing a year of service, such employees are entitled to one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked (up to a maximum of 40 hours each year). If a company has less than five staff members, those employees are entitled to unpaid sick leave amounting to 12 weeks.
Paternity leave also falls under the federal FMLA - see our page on the United States for more details. In addition to federal provision, the State of New York also has extra paternity leave laws entitling eligible fathers to up to 12 weeks of paid leave under the terms of the Paid Family Leave Act.
See our page on the United States for details on termination processes that also apply to the State of New York.
Maternity leave also falls under the federal FMLA - see our page on the United States for more details. In addition to federal provision, the State of New York's short-term disability benefits can be used around the time of childbirth for a maximum of 26 weeks. The benefits entitle the mother to payments of 50% of her salary from the last eight weeks, although this is capped at 170 USD per week and cannot be used concurrently with FMLA leave.
Most employees in the State of New York are employed "at will", meaning either party can end the contract without notice. However, in practice, many employers offer and request two weeks' notice. In mass dismissal cases, 60 days' notice is a federal requirement.
The information provided in this Guide is intended for general informational and guidance purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or human resources advice. Termination processes and resulting liabilities vary significantly based on the specific circumstances of each individual case, including but not limited to local laws, contractual obligations, and individual employment terms. RemotePass acts in accordance with applicable local regulations and contractual agreements but do not accept responsibility for outcomes resulting from decisions made based on this guide. Employers are strongly advised to seek legal counsel before initiating any termination procedures.
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16.261% - 24.061%
8.52%

Sick leave falls under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - see our page on the United States for more details. Further to the FMLA, New Your City and Westchester County have their own provisions for paid sick leave for employees working for companies with a minimum of five staff. After completing a year of service, such employees are entitled to one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked (up to a maximum of 40 hours each year). If a company has less than five staff members, those employees are entitled to unpaid sick leave amounting to 12 weeks.
Paternity leave also falls under the federal FMLA - see our page on the United States for more details. In addition to federal provision, the State of New York also has extra paternity leave laws entitling eligible fathers to up to 12 weeks of paid leave under the terms of the Paid Family Leave Act.
See our page on the United States for details on termination processes that also apply to the State of New York.
Maternity leave also falls under the federal FMLA - see our page on the United States for more details. In addition to federal provision, the State of New York's short-term disability benefits can be used around the time of childbirth for a maximum of 26 weeks. The benefits entitle the mother to payments of 50% of her salary from the last eight weeks, although this is capped at 170 USD per week and cannot be used concurrently with FMLA leave.
Most employees in the State of New York are employed "at will", meaning either party can end the contract without notice. However, in practice, many employers offer and request two weeks' notice. In mass dismissal cases, 60 days' notice is a federal requirement.