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Employment misclassification happens when a worker is wrongly labeled as an independent contractor instead of an employee. This is a serious issue because it can prevent a person from getting benefits and protections they are legally entitled to, such as minimum wage,...
Not being paid for work or overtime you have legitimately performed is illegal and can cause you stress and financial hardship. The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) allows you to file a wage claim against your employer is you are in this situation. The FLSA is a...
As an employee, you want to feel valued for the work you do for your employer. This often translates to being paid fairly for your work during work hours and being compensated appropriately for work completed outside of your work hours. In some industries, overtime...
You’d think that workplace discrimination would be a thing of the past, but that simply isn’t the case. In fact, it seems like workplace discrimination is more common now than ever. Part of that may be attributable to individuals being more cognizant of their rights,...
Workplace sexual harassment comes in many forms and can cause a negative impact on both your work and personal life. Being a victim of workplace sexual harassment can leave you feeling helpless, vulnerable and scared. You have a right to a safe and healthy workplace...
New York and New Jersey both have established rules that clarify when someone who works for a company is an employee as opposed to an independent contractor. The difference between an employee and independent contractor is important. Employees have the benefit of...
Walk through Manhattan's financial district, and you'll see diversity on the streets. But step into the offices, and it's a different story. A report notes that while people of color are well-represented at entry levels in the U.S. financial services sector, their...
Retaliation happens when an employer punishes an employee for reporting discrimination or harassment, a legally protected behavior. This can manifest in various ways, from subtle behavior changes to overt acts like termination. Retaliation happens because some...
Discrimination, harassment and retaliation can all cause significant harm to your career, reputation and overall stability. Once subjected to these egregious behaviors, you might be reassigned, demoted or even terminated from your position, throwing up roadblocks to...
Staying later than normal is common in industries like hospitality, building service and many others. Working long and late can be tiring, so New York law offers some protection to employees through the "spread of hours" rule. If you work long days, it's important to...