Religious Discrimination and the Holidays: Know Your Rights
As the holiday season approaches, with its diverse celebrations and observances, employees' religious beliefs and practices might be overlooked or disrespected. This blog sheds light on religious discrimination during the holidays and informs employees about their right to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
What Is Religious...
Legal Review of Employment Agreements: Why It’s Crucial for Both Parties
An employment agreement is a legally binding contract between an employer and an employee that outlines the terms and conditions of employment. These agreements typically include details such as job responsibilities, wages, benefits, work hours, and conditions for termination. Importantly, they may also contain confidentiality and non-compete clauses. In short,...
EEOC Guidelines on Arrests & Convictions Discrimination: Compliance and Implications
New York City’s “ban the box” law prohibiting arrests and convictions employment discrimination follows the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines on such practices. These guidelines play a vital role in shaping fair and equitable hiring practices and giving candidates with criminal records a fair chance at a fresh start. This...
Social Media and Sexual Harassment: Addressing Online Workplace Misconduct
Social media has significantly transformed workplace interactions in New York and around the country, blurring the lines between professional and personal communication. This shift has introduced new challenges, notably in how sexual harassment can manifest in online work settings. Let’s explore online harassment in the workplace and what you can do...
Reporting Tip Theft: Legal Protections for Service Workers
Tip theft, a concerning issue in the service industry in New York City, involves the improper withholding or distribution of tips that rightfully belong to service workers. This unethical practice not only affects employees' income but also raises significant legal concerns. For service workers in New York, seeking legal counsel is...
FMLA Interference vs. Retaliation: Recognizing Unlawful Employer Actions
FMLA interference happens when an employer hinders or denies an employee's right to family and medical leave.
Examples of FMLA interference include:
Denying an eligible employee's request for FMLA leave Changing...
Maternity Leave Policies: Understanding Your Entitlements
Welcoming a new child into your family is an extraordinary moment filled with joy and challenges. As you prepare for this life-changing event, understanding your maternity leave entitlements is crucial. Both federal and New York State laws provide specific protections and benefits for expectant mothers. Knowing your rights is the first step...
Wrongful Termination Damages: Calculating Compensation and Legal Factors
Wrongful termination is a serious issue that can have profound financial and emotional consequences for employees. Understanding how damages are calculated and the legal factors that come into play is essential when navigating a wrongful termination case. In this blog, we'll break down the process of calculating compensation and discuss key...
Doug Lipsky Talks To Bloomberg News About Google Gender Bias Verdict
Doug Lipsky, founding partner at Lipsky Lowe LLP, recently shared his insights with Bloomberg Law regarding a recent gender bias case that has captured the attention of the legal community. In Rowe v. Google, a New York federal jury ordered Google LLC to pay $1.15 million in damages to resolve a former...
Overtime Pay: Eligibility, Calculation, and Common Violations
Understanding overtime pay is crucial for employees in New York City, where the work culture often demands long hours. Being informed about overtime regulations is not just a matter of financial compensation but also a significant aspect of workplace rights and fairness.
However, not all employees are aware of...