Every worker deserves to be paid a full and fair wage. Unfortunately, workers across New York do not always receive their full and fair wage due to wage theft. Wage theft can occur in several ways. Some are blatant; others are more complicated to unravel. As an...
Month: July 2021
Are you suffering wage theft at work?
Employees work hard to earn their paychecks, and they often need every cent to pay for necessary expenses like rent, utilities, insurance and groceries. When your wages are processed through automated systems, it can seem unlikely that your employer is stealing your...
4 clues your termination was illegal
Losing your job can be upsetting enough without worrying that the termination was also a violation of your rights. A wrongful discharge robs a person of their wages and benefits unfairly and can create immense stress for the terminated employee and their families....
What type of discrimination lawsuit should I file?
Workers should know that discrimination in the workplace is wrong and unlawful. Employees have rights that protect them from such misconduct, and this includes the right to take legal action against a company or supervisor that discriminated against them. However, the...
Do whistleblowers have protection from retaliation?
Most workers perform their jobs to the best of their abilities while also abiding by their own codes of ethics. However, an employee’s ethical guidelines may conflict with the practices of an unscrupulous employer. For example, if your employer engages in wrongdoing...
Harassment at work: when should I speak up?
A hostile work environment can take away all the enthusiasm you have for your job. You might have continually heard offensive comments made by your coworkers or supervisor against you. Still, you do not know whether that is reason enough to file a legal claim against...
Bill to protect New York government aids from sexual harassment advances
A bill that would expand the anti-sexual harassment protection for government workers in New York recently passed the state Senate. If it becomes law, the bill would close a key loophole in the existing statute to protect those employees who work most closely with...
Court ruling addresses short-term disabilities
The Americans with Disabilities Act protects people with disabling conditions from experiencing discrimination in numerous settings, from employment to public services. Unfortunately, violations of the ADA can and do occur. When they do, victims of discrimination can...
What to consider before signing a noncompete agreement
What to consider before signing a noncompete agreement Noncompete agreements restrict employment opportunities for employees after they leave their job. Thus, it is crucial to think carefully before agreeing to anything without consideration and legal guidance. Before...
Should your employer pay you while you are on military leave?
When people think of wage disputes, they often think of minimum wage violations or unpaid overtime. However, wage disputes can also arise in other contexts, such as when employers fail to compensate workers who are on leave. There are many circumstances in which...
