Stealing or wrongfully withholding wages from employees is wrong and illegal, yet remains a persistent form of worker exploitation. Wage theft in New York accounts for nearly $1 billion in lost wages each year. Oftentimes it is perpetrated against some of the most...
The company was sued in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey for allegedly misclassifying assistant store managers as “exempt” employees, making them ineligible for overtime pay despite having to perform manual labor. The lawsuit involves a...
The short answer to this question is yes. Employers in New York can deduct money from your paycheck, but only for specific purposes under limited circumstances. Improper deductions from your paycheck, whether intentional or not, can add up quickly and cost you a lot...
Wage theft is a serious issue that affects millions of New Yorkers every year. If you suspect your employer is illegally withholding wages from you, your paycheck and pay stub are good places to start. What to look for New York laws require employers to provide pay...
Wage theft and other violations are real problems for workers across New York. Too many people are underpaid or unpaid. Many of these people work for subcontractors. If you work for a subcontractor who has not paid you correctly, you should know that new legislation...
As a truck driver or transportation employee under contract, it is important to understand how you can legally challenge or fight for your rights - especially when it comes to seeking fair pay. Keeping up with state and federal laws, as well as court decisions...
Most likely, there's been Most likely, there's been at least one point where you weren't certain your paycheck was going to make it to the bank before the bill collectors tried to tap into those funds. In fact, it's not uncommon for people to face this anxiety on a...
It can seem minor at the time. Maybe your employer insists you do prep work off the clock. Perhaps you're told you're not eligible for overtime pay, even though you worked more than 40 hours that week. Or maybe a new manager took over and now your share of the tips...
Pret A Manger is a UK-based fast food chain with locations in New York. The restaurant sells organic coffee, sandwiches, salads, soups, and other lunch items. Pret's U.S. website highlights the company's charity work. But its treatment of employees is being...
There remains confusion regarding whether employers should have mandatory arbitration clauses in employment contracts. On its face, arbitration agreements seem to be a win for employers. It allows employers to avoid costly class-action lawsuits from employees filing...
