Late Paycheck. Now What?
Imagine this: It's payday, and you're checking your account for the much-needed paycheck, but it's nowhere to be seen. This frustrating and anxiety-inducing situation is unfortunately not uncommon, leaving many employees wondering what to do next.
In this blog, we'll guide you through the steps to take when faced...
Wage Theft Prevention: Strategies for Employees to Protect Their Earnings
Wage theft robs employees of their earned wages through various illicit practices. It manifests in forms like unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, and misclassification of employees, making it crucial for workers to recognize the signs. Let’s take a look at wage theft and what you can do about it.
Reporting Tip Theft: Legal Protections for Service Workers
Tip theft, a concerning issue in the service industry in New York City, involves the improper withholding or distribution of tips that rightfully belong to service workers. This unethical practice not only affects employees' income but also raises significant legal concerns. For service workers in New York, seeking legal counsel is...
Steps to Take If You’re Involved in a Vacation Pay Dispute
As an employee, you work hard and look forward to the time off that comes with your well-deserved vacation. However, what happens when you're involved in a vacation pay dispute and your employer fails to provide the compensation you're entitled to?
In New York, there are specific laws in...