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...
Month: October 2019
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...