This Practice Note provides an overview of the numerous employment laws and human resources issues facing startups, entrepreneurs, and expanding businesses in New York. It addresses employment-related filing and reporting requirements, offer letters and employment contracts, hiring and payroll considerations, restricted covenants, and recommended workplace policies. This Note applies to private companies in New York with a nonunionized workforce. It covers primarily federal and state law. For special considerations for New York City (NYC) employers, see Practice Note, Employment Law Issues for New York City Employers.