Category: Wage & Hour

Knowing about New York City's wage and hour laws is crucial for employers and employees. Staying informed about current regulations and upcoming changes ensures compliance and protects workers' rights. In this blog, we will explore the essential components of New York City's wage and hour laws, discuss the pending changes to minimum...

Fueled by technological advancements and the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has transformed how we work. More employees than ever are working from home, enjoying its flexibility. However, this shift also brings new challenges concerning wage and hour laws. Remote workers in New York City must understand their rights to ensure they receive...

Pay transparency laws have become a focal point in New York, promoting fairness and equality in compensation. These regulations aim to prevent wage discrimination and close gender and racial wage gaps by requiring employers to provide clear salary information in job postings. 

As both New York State and New...

Jessica, a graphic designer in New York, recently discovered that despite working 50 hours a week, she wasn't receiving any overtime pay. She assumed this was normal as a salaried employee until a colleague opened her eyes to her rights under New York Labor Law. This story highlights a common issue many...

Losing a job can be a challenging experience, filled with uncertainty and stress. However, a well-negotiated severance package can offer a silver lining, providing financial support and benefits during your transition. Here’s how you can navigate this pivotal moment with strategy and poise.

Understanding Severance Packages

Every day, countless employees clock out from their official working hours but continue to work off-the-clock. This unrecorded work is a gray area for both employees and employers. However, a recent appellate court ruling has clarified the boundaries of off-the-clock work. 

The Backdrop

In...

Businesses in New York frequently misclassify employees as independent contractors to avoid minimum wage and overtime requirements. If an employer has misclassified you as an independent contractor, it takes an experienced wage-and-hour lawyer to protect your rights.  This article discusses what you need to know about independent contractor misclassification and what...

Wage theft is a pervasive problem affecting workers in various industries in New York. These unlawful practices occur when employers deprive employees of their rightful wages. This can involve unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, and illegal deductions. 

Despite federal and state laws protecting workers against wage theft, you need...

Many NYC retail and fast food workers have rights under the New York City Fair Workweek Law. Although the law gives workers in these industries the right to predictable schedules, employers often retaliate against employees who attempt to enforce their rights. By working with an experienced employment retaliation lawyer, you can...

Being paid based on production rather than by the hour does not automatically exempt you from overtime laws. Under federal and New York law, eligible piece-rate employees generally must receive overtime based on their regular rate of pay, which is calculated using their total earnings and hours worked during the workweek.