Richard M. Betheil

New York City employers should be aware of two important changes to the New York City Human Rights Law (“NYCHRL”), which affect how employers hire their employees. The Fair Chance Act (“FCA”), which becomes effective on October 27, 2015, and New York City Bill Int-261-2014 (the “Consumer Credit Act” or “CCA”), which became effective on September 3, 2015, restrict the ability of employers to inquire into prospective hires’ criminal and credit histories. An employer that violates the NYCHRL is subject to civil penalties and may also be subject to private causes of action seeking punitive damages, compensatory damages, and attorneys’ fees.

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