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Numerous statutes regulate the wage rights of employees. Federal and state laws impose minimum wage requirements and overtime rules on businesses. There are laws that govern how employers calculate the wages due to workers and even state statutes regarding the...
No one likes getting a pay cut. But your boss may insist that they are allowed to cut your pay because it is their business, and they have a right to do so. It is important that they still follow wage and hour laws, such as ensuring that they are paying you at least...
If you are pregnant, it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against you. If you go in for an interview, for example, they cannot decide not to hire you simply because you are pregnant. If you are already employed and you tell your boss that you have recently...
Many people think that sexual harassment only occurs in the office. However, it can happen at any work-related events, such as team buildings, conferences and sponsored parties. Understanding the dynamics of these events and learning how to respond is essential for...
As an employee, you may be aware that age discrimination by employers is not allowed. Does this mean that an employer can never tell you that you are too old for the job -- or are there instances where it may be permitted? The short answer is that while age...
Sexual harassment is something that many employees have to deal with. If you were to accuse someone in your workplace of sexual harassment, one of the first things they might say is that they never touched you. Can you still claim sexual harassment if they are...
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...
The MeToo and Time’s Up movements brought more awareness to workplace sexual harassment. The public discovered that it’s more prevalent than they realized, and sexually harassed workers found that they’re not alone in their struggles. Still, there is some confusion as...
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...
Discrimination at work does not always show up as obvious comments or overt actions. Sometimes, it hides behind seemingly small behaviors or decisions that can leave workers feeling isolated or undervalued. Spotting these subtle signs early helps you protect your...