The Impact of Criminal Records on Employment Opportunities in NYC
For many New Yorkers, a criminal record can feel like a life sentence, not just in the legal system, but in the job market. Even after serving their time and turning their lives around, applicants with past convictions...
Navigating the Complexities of Family Responsibilities While Working
You’re on a Zoom call when daycare calls — your toddler has a fever. Or you’ve just clocked in when your mother’s home aide cancels. For countless New Yorkers, balancing work and caregiving isn’t a side note — it’s part of daily life. And yet, many workplaces still expect employees to check...
The Role of Employee Handbooks in New York Employment Law
Employee handbooks are often treated like just another HR formality — something that gets skimmed on day one and forgotten by day two. However, in New York, handbooks can play a much more significant role for both employers and employees. While they’re not legally required, they often set the tone for workplace...
Navigating the Legalities of Employee Relocation and Remote Work in New York
Remote work has shifted from a temporary solution to a long-term reality in many industries. Along with it has come a new set of legal questions, especially when employees move across state lines or work from home permanently. For both...
What Employers and Employees Need to Know About New York State Sick Leave Law
Sick leave has become more than just a workplace benefit—it’s a critical protection for public health and worker well-being. In 2020, New York State passed a comprehensive sick leave law that applies to most private-sector employers and employees across the state.
Whether you're an employee trying to understand...
Navigating the Legal Landscape of Employee Drug Testing in NYC
You get a job offer—and then come the conditions. A required drug test. Maybe even random testing after you're hired. You wonder: is this even legal in New York City? And what if you legally use marijuana during your time off?
Employee drug testing is a complex—and often...
The Consequences of Misclassifying Employees as Independent Contractors in NYC
You work set hours, follow your supervisor’s instructions, and rely on one company for your paycheck—but you’re labeled as an independent contractor. Something doesn’t add up.
In New York City, this scenario plays out in industries ranging from construction and rideshare services to marketing, hospitality, and tech. While it...
Don’t Let Your Paycheck Get Shorted: Wage Theft Protections for NY Workers
Wage theft isn’t always apparent—but it happens every day in New York City. From construction sites to coffee shops, workers across industries find themselves underpaid, shorted on overtime, or denied their rightful tips. Sometimes it’s an honest mistake. Other times, it’s a deliberate attempt to cut costs at your expense.
The Role of Arbitration Agreements in New York Employment Disputes
You’ve just accepted a new job in New York City, and as you flip through the onboarding paperwork, there it is—an arbitration agreement. It seems routine, maybe even harmless. You sign it without thinking twice.
But what you may not realize is that this one clause could limit your...
Understanding Employee Rights During Company Mergers and Acquisitions in NYC
When a company announces a merger or acquisition, employees are often the last to know—and the first to worry. Suddenly, the job you’ve counted on feels uncertain. Will your position still exist? Will your manager change? What happens to your benefits, your seniority, and your security?
The truth...