Restaurant workers are among those who have been most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. For more than a year, they have faced employment uncertainty, risks to their health, and increased customer hostility. To make matters worse, they have also faced wage theft....
Employment Law For Employees
When am I entitled to overtime pay?
Laws are in place to protect workers like you from exploitation, for instance by requiring employers to pay employees additional compensation for working overtime. However, not all laws apply to all workers. Here’s how you can know if you qualify for overtime payment....
What happens when employers misclassify workers?
A worker’s wages, rights, and benefits depend on their classification as an employee or independent contractor. Unfortunately, there are times when employers misclassify workers, which can have a devastating toll on workers. If this happens, workers should know what...
What qualifies as wrongful termination in New York?
In New York, private-sector employers can fire their employees without a good reason. However, there are circumstances in which a discharge can be illegal. If you think you’ve been fired without a valid reason, you may be able to file a legal claim. Violation of the...
Retaliation: Knowing what it is, proving when it happens
If you’ve ever been fired, demoted or reprimanded at work, you know that it can be an upsetting experience. Even if you disagree with an employer’s decision to punish or admonish you, you may have little recourse since employers generally have the right to make...
When refusal of reasonable accommodation becomes discrimination
Your individual circumstances might make it more difficult for you to carry out your work duties like your coworkers do. These circumstances might be a disability or a medical condition, special religious requirements, pregnancy or something else. You might already...
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...
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...
