When Should You Talk to an Employment Lawyer?
Most employers in New York City treat their workers fairly when setting and implementing policies and procedures and enforcing rules. But what can you do when you believe an employer has violated their rights? That’s the time to talk to an experienced employment lawyer.
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New York City Council Amends New Pay Transparency Law
In 2021, the City Council passed the New York City Pay Transparency Law requiring certain employers to disclose salary ranges when advertising positions. The law was to go into effect on May 15, 2022, as we have previously written (here). After receiving pushback from various groups over ambiguities in the law,...
EEOC Sanctions Employer for GINA Violations Over Collection of Covid-19 Test Results
On July 6, 2022, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that it reached a conciliation agreement with a Florida-based medical practice for violations of the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act (GINA). The EEOC found that Brandon Dermatology violated GINA by collecting the Covid-19 testing results of its employees' family members.
EEOC Guidance: How the Use of AI in Employment Decisions Could Violate the ADA
In May, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued technical guidance on how an employer’s use of AI tools to assist in making employment decisions could violate the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are disabled and suspect that an employer or its technology has discriminated against you, it...
Out-of-State Remote Workers Not Protected by New York Anti-Discrimination Laws
A federal court recently held that an employee working remotely in New Jersey cannot assert discrimination claims under the New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) and New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). The decision is good news for employers with concerns about claims being filed by out-of-state workers, but one...
EEOC Updates Guidance on Caregiver Discrimination In Light of Covid-19 Pandemic
In March, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance on caregiver discrimination under federal employment discrimination laws as it relates to the Covid-19 pandemic. If you have questions about your status as a caregiver, talk to an experienced employment lawyer.
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Is Political Discrimination in the Workplace Legal?
With the next national election cycle on the horizon, employees may be discussing politics in the workplace. Although the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees each individual the right to freedom of expression and speech, employers have a right to limit their employees’ political activities in the workplace.
New York Strengthens Workplace Harassment Laws
On March 16, 2022, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed three bills into law that will strengthen legal protections for victims of sexual harassment. Despite these enhanced protections, workplace harassment continues to be a persistent problem in both big and small companies, as well as municipal agencies. The best way to protect...
How To Prove Racial Discrimination In The Workplace
Racial discrimination should be a thing of the past, but it remains a problem in many workplaces in New York. If you believe you have been treated unjustly by an employer because of your racial or ethnic characteristics, having an experienced employment discrimination lawyer is a wise choice.
New York Employers Required To Notify Employees of Electronic Monitoring
Effective May 7, 2022, employers that monitor their employee’s electronic communications are required to provide written notice of such monitoring to current employees and new hires. If you have questions about how the new law affects your business, talk to an employment lawyer.
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