New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL)

Summary

Prohibits discrimination in employment and extends protections to all employers regardless of size, specifically strengthening laws against sexual harassment.

Rights & Rules

01.
Domestic workers are protected from harassment and discrimination.
02.
You do not need to prove that harassment was 'severe or pervasive' to win a claim in NY.
03.
Protections extend to non-employees like contractors and vendors.

Penalties

01.
Civil fines and penalties up to $100,000
02.
Back pay and compensatory damages
03.
Mandatory policy updates and training

Verified Citations

N.Y. Exec. Law § 296

Source

"It shall be an unlawful discriminatory practice... For an employer... because of an individual's age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression... to discriminate."