Creative works and inventions are at the heart of countless businesses. Often, these innovations serve as the linchpin, giving a company its competitive edge and attracting skilled workers. Because of how valuable these innovations can be, employees and employers should understand the intricacies of ownership…
The New York City Human Rights Law protects against workplace discrimination based on status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking. If you are a survivor of domestic violence, a sex offense, or stalking, it is important to understand your rights in…
Under the New York City Human Rights Law, it is illegal for employers to discriminate against you based on your actual or perceived immigration or citizenship status. Employers are also prohibited from subjecting you to harassment or disparate treatment, such as offering lower pay or…
Under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), your employer must provide you with “reasonable accommodations” for your known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless the accommodations will cause the employer an “undue hardship.” This federal law, which takes effect June 27,…
Having a loved one with a serious health condition or welcoming a child into your family can completely change your life. To protect workers in these situations and allow them to take the time they need to care for family members without losing their jobs…
Employees who work in New York are legally entitled to time off from work for a number of reasons, such as illness and caring for family members. Under a new law, employees can sue employers who penalize them for taking legally protected time off and…