Category: Discrimination

Despite New York City’s diversity, national origin discrimination in the workplace is not uncommon. Some businesses treat employees and job applicants unfavorably because of their national origin, ethnicity, accent, ancestry, or perceived ethnic background. If you suspect an employer has treated you unfairly for being from a particular country or region,...

Sexism, by definition, is prejudice or discrimination based on one's gender. In the workplace, this bias manifests in various ways, undermining professional growth, damaging mental well-being, and perpetuating harmful stereotypes. As employees and allies, understanding the roots, types, effects, and legal protections against sexism is vital. Equally important is knowing the steps...

Last Updated: February 13, 2026

Key Takeaways - Federal, New York State, and New York City laws prohibit disability discrimination and require employers to provide reasonable accommodations.
- New York laws often provide broader protections than the ADA, covering smaller employers and...

In the contemporary workplace, the expression of religious beliefs, particularly in the form of dress and appearance, can be a delicate and complicated issue. However, religious discrimination can arise when employers challenge or prohibit religious garb and grooming practices. With the guidance of a seasoned employment lawyer, employees in New York can...

Age discrimination is a persistent problem in workplaces in New York and around the country. Fighting back against unfair treatment based on your age is challenging because employers have the upper hand in making decisions about hiring and promotions. Let’s look at age discrimination in hiring and promotion and what to...

Fairness and equal opportunities are essential for fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. However, unconscious bias can thwart this goal, creating discriminatory hiring and promotion practices. This blog discusses how to identify unconscious bias in the workplace, strategies employers can use to mitigate its effects, and remedies for job applicants and...

In today's diverse and inclusive society, it is crucial for employers to create a workplace that respects and accommodates individuals with disabilities. Unfortunately, disability discrimination continues to be a pressing issue that affects many disabled employees and job applicants. 

Recognizing the signs of disability discrimination is the first step...

California Attorney General Rob Bonta and New York Attorney General Letitia James recently announced a joint investigation into allegations of employment discrimination and a hostile work environment at the National Football League (NFL). 

With over 1,000 employees at offices in New York and California, the NFL's workplace culture...

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently announced that JDBK Enterprises has agreed to pay $100,000 to settle a disability discrimination lawsuit. The company is a New Jersey-based limited partnership that owns and operates numerous McDonald’s franchises in the state. 

The Backdrop

The EEOC enforces...

The federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act will take effect in June 2023. The new law, included as an amendment to the omnibus spending bill signed late last year, requires employers to grant reasonable accommodations for pregnant workers similar to those required for disabled employees. 

While employers in New York...