Bill > S08387

This bill expands the legal liability for workers' compensation penalties to include members of limited liability companies (LLCs), partners of limited liability partnerships (LLPs) and partnerships, in addition to existing corporate officers. Specifically, the bill amends several sections of the workers' compensation law to ensure that when an employer fails to secure workers' compensation insurance or comply with related requirements, not only the business entity but also its individual members or partners can be held personally and jointly responsible for penalties, fines, and compensation awards. The changes apply to various scenarios, such as uninsured employer funds, criminal penalties for failing to secure compensation, record-keeping requirements, and disability or family leave benefit provisions. This expansion of liability means that LLC members and partners can now be directly held accountable for their business's workers' compensation violations, potentially facing personal financial penalties and legal consequences. The bill aims to enhance accountability and ensure that businesses and their individual leaders take workers' compensation requirements seriously, with the goal of protecting employees and maintaining proper insurance coverage.

Labor and Employment

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S8387