Wage & Overtime

Most people are in the workforce because they need a paycheck. Even then, it can be hard to make ends meet with costs continuing to rise. It can be difficult to fathom that the company paying you for your time is also stealing from you. However, wage theft is far more...

Freelance work continues to expand across New York. You often handle agreements without the benefits typically associated with permanent jobs. To address concerns such as unclear contracts, delayed pay or lack of recourse, New York introduced the Freelance Isn’t Free...

In some states, like California, you can get overtime pay after working eight hours. If you put in nine or ten hours one day, those final hours will be paid out at time-and-a-half. But is this how it works in New York? It is not. New York law says that employees are...

In the United States, a standard work week is classified as working 40 hours during that week. There’s no requirement for what day the week starts on, but the start date of the company’s work week must remain consistent.  Employees deserve to be paid what they’re due,...

Misclassification of independent contractors is a common issue in New York, and it can result in significant consequences for affected workers. When an employer incorrectly classifies an employee as an independent contractor, that worker is denied important...

Wage and hour laws in New York encompass a range of regulations, including provisions for minimum wage, overtime pay and other significant labor standards. New York's approach to these regulations varies by region and industry. As of January 1, 2024, the state has...