New York Coronavirus (COVID-19) Workplace Rights
The New York State legislature is considering whether to enact a new law that would nullify any employment agreement in [...]
How the Fair Labor Standards Act Affects Small Businesses
If you are a small business owner, there are some potential traps laid by New York’s Labor Law (NYLL) and [...]
Sweeping Changes to NY State Sexual Harassment Laws Will Help Victims
Earlier this week, New York’s law on sexual harassment was changed significantly. Governor Cuomo signed a bill extending the statute [...]
When is Being Fired Illegal? NY Labor Laws
One of the most frequent Labor Law questions that we get is usually phrased like this; 'Have I been wrongfully [...]
Workplace Gender Equality and the Fair Pay Act
Workplace gender equality laws protecting women in gender discrimination cases have changed, making it easier for women who are victims [...]
Can I Sue for Gender Pay Discrimination?
We've been hearing a lot of talk about Gender Pay Discrimination in the media lately, and the reality of the [...]
New York Paid Family Leave: What you need to know
Enacted in January of 2018, the underlying objective of the New York paid family leave program is simple: If you, [...]
The # MeToo Movement: Workplace Sexual Assault
On October 5, 2017, The New York Times published an investigative report discussing years of sexual assault allegations against Hollywood producer [...]
Sexual Assault on Campus; The Realities of the Accused
Sexual Assault on Campus I recently represented a college student accused of sexual assault on campus. While no one would claim [...]
Am I Being Sexually Harassed At Work? Here Are The Signs
Sometimes, being sexually harassed at work is not the blatant affair that we see on TV or in the movies. [...]