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Common Overtime Wage Violations in New York

Posted on February 11, 2022

Under federal and state law, eligible workers are entitled to overtime pay, but overtime violations are commonplace. If you believe your employer has failed to properly pay you overtime, talk to an experienced employment lawyer. Let’s take a look at how employers in New York violate overtime pay rules.

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Amendments to New York Labor Law Create Joint Liability for Construction Contractors

Posted on October 20, 2021

In September, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law legislation that makes general contractors jointly and severally liable for any unpaid wages owed to employees of their subcontractors. The law goes into effect on January 4, 2022, and applies to any construction contracts entered into, extended, or amended on or after...

New DOL Rule Expands Tip Pooling to Non-Tipped Workers

Posted on January 6, 2021

On Dec. 22, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor issued its Final Rule addressing which employees can legally participate in tip pooling under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

The rule rolls back an Obama-era regulation that barred tip pooling with back-of-house workers and establishes regulations to enact a...

Golf Caddies: Independent Contractors or Employees?

Posted on July 22, 2020

A common problem at golf clubs throughout New York and New Jersey is the misclassification of caddies and other golf club employees. Caddies are frequently classified as independent contractors and not any wages when they are legally entitled to it. This usually violates the minimum wage and overtime laws. If you believe...

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New York Strengthens Worker Protections for Paid Sick Leave Beyond COVID-19

Posted on April 2, 2020

In March, New York enacted legislation guaranteeing coronavirus-related paid sick time. Now, lawmakers have gone a step further by mandating paid sick leave for most workers. If you believe you have been denied paid sick leave, it takes a highly skilled employment lawyer to protect your rights.

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In Focus: Wage Protections for Commissioned Workers

Posted on February 10, 2020

A common misconception is that commissioned employees are not entitled to the same protections as hourly and salaried workers, including minimum wage and overtime. Certain commissioned workers In New York are protected by federal and state laws, however. If you work on a commission basis, the best way to assert your rights...

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Wage Protections for Undocumented Workers

Posted on January 14, 2020

Undocumented workers in New York face unique workplace challenges that documented laborers do not experience, not the least of which is being taken advantage of by employers that fail to pay the minimum wage or overtime pay. Nonetheless, undocumented workers are entitled to the same legal protections as documented individuals under state...

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Ban on Salary History Inquiries Now in Effect in NY and NJ

Posted on January 10, 2020

An amendment to the New York Labor Law went into effect on January 6, 2020, prohibiting private and public employers in the state from relying on or inquiring about salary history in employment and compensation decisions. A similar ban became effective in New Jersey as of January 1, 2020. The best way...

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New Overtime Rule Goes into Effect January 1, 2020

Posted on December 30, 2019

The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) final overtime rule becomes effective January 1, 2020. The best way for employees and employers to understand their rights and responsibilities under the new rule, respectively, is to consult an experienced employment lawyer. What’s in the DOL’s new overtime rule? In...

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New Tip Rules on the Horizon

Posted on October 22, 2019

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced a proposed rule concerning tip provisions under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This rule applies to employers in the hospitality and restaurant sectors where wage theft has long been a pervasive problem. If you believe your employer has taken improper tip credits,...