What to Do When You’re Misclassified as an Independent Contractor in New York
Independent contracting offers flexibility, but being misclassified as an independent contractor when you should be an employee can cost you essential protections. Many New York workers are labeled as independent contractors when they should be classified as employees. This misclassification allows employers to avoid paying minimum wage, overtime, unemployment benefits, and...
How Recent Changes to Federal Employment Laws Could Affect NYC Employees
Federal employment laws influence workplace rights across the country. Recent shifts in federal policies—including changes to diversity initiatives, remote work policies, job classifications, and overtime pay—could impact public and private employees.
While NYC has some of the strongest worker protections in the country, federal policies can sometimes override local...
Can You Get FMLA for Freezing Your Eggs?
Egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, has become an increasingly popular option for individuals who want to preserve their fertility for future family planning. However, whether the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) covers time off for egg freezing remains unclear.
While the FMLA provides job-protected leave for serious...
The Role of Employment Lawyers in Unionization Efforts
Unionization efforts can be complex and contentious, involving intricate legal considerations for employees seeking to organize and employers responding to union activity. Employment lawyers are crucial in navigating these processes, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and protecting the rights of all parties involved. Whether you’re an employee advocating for better working...
Overcoming Challenges of Maintaining a DEI Program in the Workplace
Due to new executive orders and corporate actions that have eliminated DEI programs, DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) has become a hot-button issue. While many organizations remain committed to creating more inclusive, diverse workplaces, shifting political and legal winds are forcing companies to rethink their approach to DEI initiatives.
The Role of Employment Lawyers in Workplace Mental Health Initiatives
Workplace mental health is no longer just a personal concern—it’s a business imperative. Employees are the heart of any company; when mental health is overlooked, productivity, morale, and overall workplace culture suffer. As employment lawyers, we’ve seen firsthand how legal protections and proactive policies can foster a healthier, more supportive work...
Top Five Misconceptions About At-Will Employment in New York
New York is one of the many states that follow the doctrine of at-will employment. In an at-will employment state like New York, employers can fire workers at any time. An employee has the same right to terminate employment at any time. However, at-will employment is not as straightforward as it appears....
Understanding the New York City Human Rights Law and Its Impact on Employment
While we would all love for our workplaces to foster growth, inclusion, and respect, too many of us would simply be satisfied with being treated like a living, breathing human being–without fear of prejudice or mistreatment. Yet, when discrimination or harassment creeps into the workplace, the consequences ripple out into the rest...
The Growing Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policies in NYC Workplaces
New York City is one of the most diverse cities in the world, with a population that consists of a wide range of ethnicities, cultures, religions, and identities. It makes sense, then, that their workplaces would want to mirror that diversity.
DEI policies (short for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)...
Emerging Trends in Employment Law: What to Watch in 2025
Professionals and business leaders examine the employment landscape to identify trends for the upcoming year. Understanding emerging trends in employment law gives individuals and businesses insight into how trends could impact their success. Our New York employment attorneys discuss several trends to watch for in 2025.
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