Sick Leave Back at the Council

Even though about 34 council members have signed onto the bill, according to one estimate, the city's business leaders contend a sick leave requirement for every New York City employer would cost too much.

"We're certainly thankful that the council took into consideration some of the business community's concerns," said Carl Hum, president of the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce -- one member of a business coalition fighting the paid sick time bill. ... Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Beth Wellington - Mar 25, 2010 - 6:21 AM PDT
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Edited by: Beth Wellington - Apr 1, 2010 - 12:24 AM PDT

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