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Company releases sexual misconduct report
Business leaders all across the company and in New York have no doubt been carefully watching the growing number of reports regarding sexual harassment, assault and other forms of misconduct in the workplace. Over the last few years, it has come to light that this...
Difference in Federal Law and State Law about working breaks
In some areas like New York, there is a difference in what the federal laws and the state laws provide about meal breaks and rest breaks. The federal law does not capture any rights to the employee to get time off and eat lunch or any meal. It also does not provide...
When employee rights violations are denied
Regrettably, hard-working employees are subjected to a myriad of rights violations on a regular basis. In some companies, these violations can be especially widespread, while other employees may find themselves singled out as a result of their gender, age, sexual...
The importance of a comprehensive employee handbook
Establishing an understanding with your employees can help alleviate potential misunderstandings that could evolve into legal disputes. With an employee handbook, you can document each worker's knowledge of policies and procedures that govern your business as well as...
How do nondislosure agreements work?
It is not uncommon anymore for people in New York to be required to sign confidentiality agreements when they begin a new job at a new company. This is just one of the many times when these contracts are used in the business world today. A nondisclosure agreement, as...
Should you accept an early retirement offer?
It is not uncommon for New York employers to use early retirement offers to encourage older employees to leave their jobs early and voluntarily. Some use these offers to reduce their staff or to get someone more qualified into the position. If your employer offers to...
How an employer should handle a sexual harassment claim
Companies in New York are required under certain laws to not discriminate against employees and to handle certain complaints very seriously. Those who oversee these situations often find themselves at a loss when the first situation appears. The Chamber of Commerce of...
Is pregnancy discrimination a problem?
Workers in New York are protected from discrimination in many types. Race, religion, sex, country of origin and sexual orientation are all things that a company cannot use to discriminate when hiring, firing or promoting employees. What many not know is that according...
3 employment law tips for startups
As you move closer to the opening day of your business, you need to start thinking about your workers. New York and the federal government have many laws that you need to follow when it comes to hiring people. In addition, there are smart practices you should follow...
What one thing can employers keep in mind to prevent discrimination issues?
Discrimination in the workplace is never okay. There are plenty of laws at the federal and state levels that offer protections to certain groups of people. Sometimes discrimination is blatant and obvious, but other times it is subtle. It can be difficult to know if...
