Certain statutes and regulations have been passed to ensure employees feel safe. This goes beyond safe from injuries and fatal accidents. Because employees should feel comfortable to speak up, whistleblower rights were developed. This means that employees should feel...
For New Yorkers finding out that they are pregnant, it is an exciting time. It means starting or expanding a family. But, it also means adapting one's life around the charges that occur during the pregnancy. It might be difficult to work or continue certain job tasks...
Employees tend to know the basics when it comes to their rights in the workplace. Discrimination and harassment tend to be highlighted situations, where employees have the right to take a stance and protect his or her rights. However, some employees may not fully...
Whether New Yorkers were just hired for a job or have been at the same position for years, it is important for employees to understand their rights in the workplace. And, even when one is fully aware of these rights, this does not always mean they will be upheld....
When we are hired for a job, some rights are apparent. This includes receiving a wage, breaks and a safe work environment. Additionally, employees are aware of their right to not be harassed in the workplace. Beyond these obvious rights, some employees may be unsure...
Certain personal factors about people may not be used to discriminate against them in the workplace, and these personal factors are codified in specific federal and New York state laws. For example, under the Americans with Disabilities Act most employers are...
While the roles of employees can be vastly different, all employees have the right to be treated equally and fairly in the workplace. When this does not occur or mistreatment ensues because an employer discriminated against an employee because of their race, color,...
When individuals in New York and elsewhere are hired for a position, they tend to be focused on this new role and what it entails and tend to lose focus on their rights as an employee. Nonetheless, these rights not only exist, but can also be relied upon when...
Not long ago this blog discussed the very serious legal topic of workplace retaliation. Workplace retaliation occurs when an employee suffers work-related consequences for taking action against a policy, practice or other employment matter that happens in their job...
Sometimes in sports, a player may receive what they perceive to be a dirty hit or unfair call. Rather than accepting the matter as finished, some athletes will choose to retaliate against the offending player or referee when the opportunity presents itself. This form...