As of January 1, 2025, New York State has implemented an important new benefit for private sector employees – the Paid Prenatal Leave Law. Here's what you need to know about your rights under this new law. Who's Covered? All private-sector employees in New York State...
Religious discrimination is relatively common even if people don't discuss it as much as other forms of discrimination. Small businesses and companies with uniform internal cultures can create abusive environments for those from different backgrounds. Religious...
Forced labor is a federal crime and occurs when individuals are compelled against their will to provide work or service using force, fraud or coercion. This crime happens both in the United States and overseas. Victims may have trouble seeking help due to language...
When you’re faced with a layoff or a sudden termination, you may initially feel lucky that you’re being offered a severance package to give you a cushion until you find your next landing spot. Before you sign off on an agreement, however, you need to hit the “pause...
Maybe you complained about subpar and unsafe working conditions and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) got involved – or maybe you simply rejected your supervisor’s unwanted advances. Whatever happened, you were well within your rights – but the...
Getting laid off is a stressful experience. Between the shock and the scramble to find a new job, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. One important step you shouldn't rush, however, is reviewing and signing your severance agreement. This document outlines the financial...
Many pregnant employees do not understand their rights and protections provided by law. As a result, they endure discrimination or unfair treatment at the workplace without realizing they have legal recourse. Pregnancy discrimination at work is more common than you...
Employers are required to make certain adjustments to an employee's or an applicant's job or work environment to make it possible for them to perform their duties. The State of New York has a Reasonable Accommodation Policy and Procedures that employers must follow to...
Covert harassment in the workplace, a subtle form of mistreatment that often goes unnoticed, is a significant challenge for employees in New York. Unlike overt forms of harassment, which are blatant and easily identifiable, covert harassment involves indirect actions...
Unlawful retaliation in the workplace is a significant concern involving an employer's adverse actions against an employee for engaging in legally protected activities. Employers and employees should all know about protected classes and actions as a result....
