U.S. Supreme Court Expands Protections Against Age Discrimination for Federal Workers
In April, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) allows federal employees to file a lawsuit over any age bias that influences an adverse employment action, not just when age bias is the determining factor in an employment decision.
Whether this ruling will...
New York Strengthens Worker Protections for Paid Sick Leave Beyond COVID-19
In March, New York enacted legislation guaranteeing coronavirus-related paid sick time. Now, lawmakers have gone a step further by mandating paid sick leave for most workers. If you believe you have been denied paid sick leave, it takes a highly skilled employment lawyer to protect your rights.
New...Unemployment Benefits & COVID-19
New York State is waiving the 7-day waiting period for Unemployment Insurance benefits for people who are out of work due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) closures or quarantines.
Because of the increased unemployment applications, New York state is implementing a filing system based on the first letter of the applicant’s last name....
FAMILIES FIRST CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ACT: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government has moved relatively quickly. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “Act”) is the first and likely not the past piece of legislation to address this ever-growing and changing pandemic. Effective April...
NEW YORK STATE QUARANTINE LEAVE LAW
Just as the federal government is addressing this, the State of New York is enacting legislation to address how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting employees.
On March 18, 2020, New York State enacted the Quarantine Leave Law (“Law”). The Law provides for additional paid and unpaid leave, and expands...
Governor Murphy Announces Legislation to Revamp New Jersey Workplace Harassment Laws
In February, Governor Murphy unveiled legislation to overhaul the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD). The bill was the result of a two-year review of the state’s discrimination laws by the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR).
“It’s time for New Jersey to reject the norms of...
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Harvey Weinstein Gets 23 Years For Sexual Assault and Rape
COVID-19: What Employers Need to Know
With New York, New Jersey and much of the nation on lockdown due to the COVID-19 crisis, employers and employees face unique challenges. At Lipsky Lowe, we are committed to helping employers and workers navigate this situation in the weeks and months ahead. Our legal team is here to help you...
The Spotted Pig Closes, But Sexual Harassment in the Restaurant Industry Persists
The infamous Spotted Pig restaurant closed its doors in late January, following the recent settlement of sexual harassment claims by owner Kenneth Friedman. Under terms of the settlement with the New York State Attorney General, Friedman agreed to step down from operating the gastropub and pay an aggregate of $240,000 to 11...