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Can You Be Fired for Being Sick?

New York is an at-will state for employment purposes, meaning that an employee can be fired for any reason, including being sick. When a “sickness” is considered a disability, however, firing a sick employee may constitute employment discrimination under federal, state, and local law. 

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EEOC Updates Guidance on COVID-19 Vaccinations

Recently, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance on Covid-19 vaccinations and federal anti-discrimination laws.  As businesses in New York and around the country reopen their offices, many employers are mandating Covid-19 vaccinations for employees entering the workplace.

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In Focus: Association Discrimination

Association discrimination claims are becoming increasingly common in New York and around the country. Anti-discrimination laws not only prohibit discrimination against members of a protected class but against employees who are associated or have a relationship with someone in a protected class. Given the challenges of proving discrimination by association, it is...

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