The New Landscape of Workplace Retaliation in 2026
Workplace retaliation remains a common employment law complaint in New York City, and 2026 brings renewed attention to how workers are protected. Retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for reporting discrimination, participating in an investigation, requesting an accommodation, or asserting a legal right. Federal, New York State, and NYC...
Social Media and Job Security in NYC: What Employers Can and Can’t Do
Your social media activity can affect your job prospects in New York City, but employers must follow strict rules when reviewing or acting on online content. Many companies now screen applicants’ public profiles before making hiring decisions. Employees also risk discipline if their online posts violate workplace policies. However, state and...
EEOC Reminder: All Employees, Including White Men, Are Protected From Workplace Discrimination
Recent statements from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) have emphasized that federal anti-discrimination laws protect all employees, regardless of their race or sex.
In a public post, EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas encouraged white male workers who believe they have experienced discrimination based on their race or...
Your 2025 Employment Law Wrap-Up: Key Changes That Affected NYC Workers
From new anti-discrimination protections to stronger wage and transparency laws, regulators focused on fairness, accountability, and the growing impact of technology on employment. Whether you work remotely, on-site, or in a hybrid role, these updates influence...
Your Rights During Company Restructuring or Downsizing in New York
When companies restructure or downsize, employees often face uncertainty and stress about their future. In New York, there are clear laws and protections in place to provide workers with notice, prevent discriminatory layoffs, and ensure access to essential benefits. The best way to protect your rights during a layoff is to...
Reverse Discrimination: Understanding the Nuances in NYC Employment Law
It’s a question that’s come up more and more as workplaces make efforts to promote diversity and inclusion. And it’s also where the conversation around so-called reverse discrimination begins.
While the term itself...
Employment Law and ADA Compliance: What NYC Workers Need to Know
If you’re dealing with a disability, you already have enough on your plate. The last thing you need is an employer who doesn’t take your rights seriously. Unfortunately, that still happens—even in New York City.
Whether it’s ignoring a request for an accommodation, making assumptions about your abilities, or...
Supreme Court Expands Differential Pay Rights for Federal Reservists
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on April 30, 2025, that federal civilian employees who are also military reservists are entitled to differential pay when called to active duty “during a national emergency,” regardless of whether their service is directly connected to the declared emergency. The case, Feliciano v. Department of Transportation,...
Addressing Mental Health Issues in the New York Workplace: Legal Perspectives
Mental health is no longer a taboo topic in the workplace — and that’s a good thing. However, increased awareness also raises important legal questions. What responsibilities do employers have when an employee discloses a mental health condition? And what rights do workers have when depression, anxiety, PTSD, or another mental health...
The Rights of Undocumented Workers Under NYC Employment Law
Many undocumented workers in New York City live with a difficult reality: they help drive the city’s economy while fearing they have no legal protections at work. Employers often take advantage of this fear, assuming they can underpay, harass,...