Think your employer isn't following COVID-19 mandates? NY's AG wants you to report them

ALBANY N.Y. — Do you not feel safe at work during these uncertain times of COVID-19? Attorney General Letitia James is urging employees to file complaints against employers ignoring NYS executive orders.

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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has ordered all non-essential businesses to close and keep 100 percent of the workforce at home. If a business is deemed essential, Gov. Cuomo's order requires the employer to follow social distancing practices.

Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement asking any employee who believes that their employer is in violation of labor laws or official directives set forth by Governor Andrew Cuomo’s Office to contact the New York State Office of the Attorney General’s Labor Bureau and file a complaint:

“Each and every one of us is called to work together and cooperate with emergency responders and public officials who are working hard to keep all New Yorkers safe. During this time, my office is closely monitoring the treatment of employees across the state."

Attorney General James continues, "If you believe your employer is in violation of either existing labor laws or recently issued executive orders, please contact our office at (212) 416-8700 or Labor.Bureau@ag.ny.gov. We urge employers to allow workers to work from home where applicable in accordance with all New York State executive orders.”

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If an employee is concerned they are being told to work at a non-essential site or that an essential employer is not following the right protocols, they can file a complaint with the State Department of Labor. To file the complaint, click here.