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...
Month: August 2019
Illegal workplace discrimination still impacts older people
Workers in New York and across the nation are now granted more freedom in lodging claims for compensation after their employee rights have been violated. Although it is easier for people to address cases when they have been mistreated, that does not mean certain...
Federal law protects the rights of older employees
When you go to work, you know that you will give it your very best effort. You are an important member of the team, you have experience and you do what you are supposed to do, but you still may not get the respect that you know you deserve. This is often the case for...
Alleged lies about illness sparks breach of contract dispute
Business disputes in New York can emanate over contractual language and attempts to breach agreements. While in many employer-employee disagreements there is a reactive belief that the employer is always in the wrong, that is not always the case. In fact, employees...
Arbitration agreement in employee rights case sparks backlash
Women who believe they have been sexually harassed on the job and had other employee rights violated are increasingly willing to lodge complaints over how they have been treated. This is true in New York and across the nation. Even with the increased willingness to...
Limo and car service accused of employment law violations
The current situation for drivers of taxis, limousines and car service vehicles in New York is fluid. As the industry changes, companies are increasingly streamlining operations and using different strategies to maximize profit. Often, this leaves drivers wondering...