There are both federal and state laws in place that protect people from falling victim to adverse, discriminatory employment actions. For instance, in New York, the Human Rights Law states that every citizen has an “equal opportunity to enjoy a full and productive life.” This means the law will shield you from things like...
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What Is the Sexual Orientation Non-Discrimination Act?
Legislators at the state and federal have long been passing measures in an effort to protect employees across the United States from having to endure discrimination in the workplace. Discrimination based on a protected factor such as race, color, religion, and national origin have a more established presence in U.S. law. More recent legislative...
Continue reading…Attention Employees: You May Be Entitled to Overtime
What is the new salary minimum to be considered exempt from overtime?
As of January 1, 2020, it is estimated that about one million additional employees may be eligible to receive overtime. The Department of Labor has issued its final rule increasing the salary minimum for certain employees to be exempt from overtime....
Continue reading…Colorado Leads the Nation in Employment Law Reform
What reforms may be adopted nationwide to prevent discrimination against prospective employees?
Nationwide, there has been increasing focus on leveling the playing field for prospective employees. Traditionally, groups like women and individuals with criminal records have experienced discrimination in the hiring process. Colorado has led the way in implementing new laws aimed at reducing the... Continue reading…Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act
Mass layoffs mean that a large number of people have lost their jobs. The devastating effects of a mass layoff extend out into the community. When a group of community members has lost their livelihoods, they cannot contribute to the local economy as they could before. They lack the financial resources to purchase goods...
Continue reading…Supreme Court To Consider Title VII LGBT Claims
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear three cases in its fall term to determine whether federal law prohibiting discrimination in the workplace applies to gay and transgender employees. While Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII) prohibits workplace discrimination based on certain protected characteristics, including sex, the high court...
Continue reading…Am I Entitled to Overtime Pay?
Employers should fully understand their responsibilities to their employees. On the other hand, employees should make a concerted effort to know their legal rights and what they are entitled to. As an employee, you may have important questions such as whether or not you are entitled to overtime pay. If you have a legal...
Continue reading…Is discrimination based on an employee’s gender identity unlawful in New York?
The year 2019 is thus far promising to be one of legislative reform and progression in the state of New York. With the Democrats now in control of three chambers of the state government, several major laws have already achieved passage, while other laws are anticipated to be adopted shortly. Several of the new...
Continue reading…Why should employers consider updating their employee handbooks in 2019?
The year 2018 was an important one for the field of employment law, especially in New York. During 2018, a host of legislation was passed to address the now recognized systemic problem of sexual harassment in the workplace. New York further adopted several wage increases set to take place this year, and additional...
Continue reading…Employers: You Need an Employment Law Attorney
Why is it critical for employers to have a company handbook?
Whether you are just starting your new business or have been running your business for years, it is critically important that you secure the assistance of an employment law attorney. As a business owner, nearly every aspect of...
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