New York S02558 amends the workers' compensation law to prohibit discrimination and retaliation against employees who claim benefits.

New York S02558 amends the workers' compensation law to explicitly prohibit employers from discriminating or retaliating against employees who claim benefits. Discrimination includes actions based on an employee's immigration status or suspected status of family members. Employers found in violation must restore employees to their previous positions and compensate them. Employers face penalties of $500 to $2,500 for violations. The law also mandates that employers report compliance with board orders within 30 days.

New York S02558 amends the workers' compensation law to prohibit discrimination and retaliation against employees who claim benefits.

New York S02558 amends the workers' compensation law to explicitly prohibit employers from discriminating or retaliating against employees who claim benefits. Discrimination includes actions based on an employee's immigration status or suspected status of family members. Employers found in violation must restore employees to their previous positions and compensate them. Employers face penalties of $500 to $2,500 for violations. The law also mandates that employers report compliance with board orders within 30 days.