If you've ever felt stuck in a job because your employer threatened to make you pay thousands of dollars if you left, New York's new "Trapped at Work Act" is designed to protect you. This groundbreaking legislation prohibits employers from trapping workers in their...
Your Rights After Workplace Discrimination: New York's Three-Year DeadlineYes, you can now file discrimination claims up to three years later in New York. If you've experienced workplace discrimination but hesitated to come forward—fearing retaliation or not knowing...
The Clock Is Ticking: Understanding Your Extended Filing DeadlineIf you've been denied a promotion, fired, or treated unfairly at work because of your pregnancy, you have exactly 300 days to file a discrimination charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission...
Small Employer, Big Problem: When Pregnancy Discrimination Happens at WorkYou work for a small Manhattan company with six employees, and when you announce your pregnancy, your boss suddenly treats you differently. Federal pregnancy discrimination laws require 15...
When Your Employer Shorts Your Pay in the City That Never SleepsIf you're working in New York City or Long Island and suspect you're being underpaid, you're not alone. With the minimum wage set at $17.00 per hour for all NYC and Long Island employers from January 1,...
Lost Your Job for Speaking Up? You Have More Options Than You ThinkBeing fired for reporting safety violations, filing discrimination complaints, or refusing illegal activities is devastating. While you may assume litigation is your only option, New York offers...
January 1st Brought Increases to the Minimum Wage Standards in New YorkIf you work in New York, your paycheck may be getting bigger starting January 1, 2026. The state's minimum wage is increasing, and if you're a tipped worker or salaried employee, there are...
Closing Loopholes to Protect Your Right to a Fair Chance at Work On March 22, 2025, New York's Maintaining Criminal Record Confidentiality Act took effect, giving job seekers with past criminal records stronger protections against employment discrimination. This...
Your Paycheck Is Short—How Long Can You Fight for What's Yours?You've worked hard, but your paycheck doesn't reflect what you earned. Whether it's unpaid overtime, missed wages, or improper deductions, discovering your employer hasn't paid you properly can feel...
The Clock is Ticking: Understanding Your Rights After Wrongful TerminationIf you've recently lost your job under questionable circumstances, you're likely experiencing a whirlwind of emotions while wondering if you have legal recourse. The good news is that New York...
