On May 9, 2025, Governor Kathy Hochul signed a significant amendment to NYLL §191 that limits potential damages for late wage payments.

Previously, employers faced steep penalties, including 100% liquidated damages, for late payments to manual workers, even if wages were ultimately paid. The new amendment narrows that exposure, addressing concerns over disproportionate liability for technical violations. Notably, this change applies to all cases pending or filed on or after May 9, 2025.

KBR attorneys Dianna Daghir McCarthy and Hailey Kaye co-authored KBR Client Advisory, “New York has Limited the Recoverable Damages for Pay Frequency Claims”.

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