Your Prenatal Care Rights Just Got Stronger in New YorkIf you're pregnant and working in New York, January 1, 2025 marked a historic shift in your workplace rights. New York became the first state in the nation to guarantee paid time off specifically for prenatal...
Have you ever been told "it's not our policy, it's the vendor" when something goes wrong? In employment law, that excuse doesn't fly – and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) just reminded employers of this crucial principle in a lawsuit filed...
If you’re experiencing unfair treatment at work because of your pregnancy, you may be wondering whether you have legal grounds to sue your employer. The answer is yes – pregnancy discrimination is illegal under both federal and New York State law, and you have several...
Picture this: you’re a new father in New York preparing for your baby’s arrival. You want time to bond with your newborn, but you’re worried about how your employer will react. You’re not alone—many working dads feel this way. In fact, a 2025 report by Motherly found...
Bringing a new baby into the world is an exciting and challenging time. If you’re a New Yorker who has recently had a child or is about to, you might be asking yourself: Do you get PTO for postpartum? This question is crucial for new parents worried about...
Pregnancy discrimination is a serious workplace issue that affects thousands of workers each year, creating unfair barriers to employment and career advancement for employees who are pregnant or may become pregnant.
