Picture this: you’re at the peak of your career, with years of experience under your belt, and suddenly, your employer offers an unexpected proposal to retire early. It’s a scenario that many seasoned professionals are worried about. Forced retirement can seem...
Employment Law for Employees
Standing up to workplace bias: A guide for New Yorkers
Facing discrimination at work is a painful and isolating experience that can affect not only your job performance but also your overall well-being. The emotional toll of unfair treatment based on your race, gender, age, religion, disability or other protected...
Keep your eyes peeled when signing a noncompete agreement
Noncompete agreements are an effective way for businesses to protect their interests, but they can limit your future job options as an employee. These contracts may stop you from working for competitors after you leave your current job. New York has rules about...
Severance pay for executives: What you need to know
Receiving a layoff notice can be a daunting experience, even for high-level executives. One of the first questions that could come to your mind is whether you are eligible for severance pay. However, severance pay is not always a guarantee. Your employment contract...
Young people new to the workforce are vulnerable to harassment
It is important for young people to garner valuable experience in the workplace. Often, this is through summer jobs and after-school employment. Employers know that having younger people can bring an infusion of energy while simultaneously building a foundation for...
Can forced retirement happen lawfully?
Retirement is often a heartwarming occasion for employees, allowing them to look back at their professional lives and receive appreciation from long-time colleagues. Unfortunately, these employment decisions could have hidden agendas, such as when older employees are...
A basic guide to your meal breaks as a New York employee
Meal breaks are a vital aspect of workplace efficiency and employee satisfaction. This pause from work reduces stress, promotes mental health and boosts productivity. Unfortunately, many employees are not aware of how meal breaks work in their state, often leaving...
Discriminated for being younger: Reverse ageism in the workplace
While we have come a long way when it comes to combating discrimination, it is unfortunately still rampant in work environments. Employees still experience bias in hiring processes, promotions, pay, job assignments and other aspects of employment due to them being...
What can employees do to address discrimination incidents?
Addressing workplace discrimination is essential to mitigate the harm it can cause employees and the entire organization. Fortunately, any staff member can formally report these incidents, initiating the process of resolving them. Still, it can be challenging to...
Harassment beyond the workplace: Employee social media accounts
While it is healthy to keep boundaries between one’s work and personal relations, there is nothing wrong with creating an online connection with our coworkers. Many employees do not mind connecting with their colleagues through their personal social media accounts,...