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 York If 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...
Time May Still Be on Your Side: Understanding Your Pregnancy Discrimination RightsDiscovering you've potentially missed the one-year deadline to file a pregnancy discrimination complaint can feel devastating. You were dealing with pregnancy, possibly caring for a...
Small Businesses in New York Aren't Exempt From Employment LawsIf you work for a small business in New York with just four employees, you might wonder whether you have any legal recourse if you're wrongfully terminated. The surprising answer is yes – even the smallest...
Your Job Just Vanished Without Warning—Now What?Imagine walking into work on a regular Tuesday morning only to find security guards at the entrance and a notice taped to the door announcing immediate closure. No warning, no time to prepare, just the shock of suddenly...
Fired After Receiving an 89/100 Performance ReviewImagine receiving an excellent performance review on Thursday, only to be fired the following Monday after disclosing your pregnancy. The EEOC alleged that this scenario unfolded at a trailer-and-container company in...
