On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Jun 15, 2017 | Wrongful Termination
The workplace is supposed to be an environment where an employee feels comfortable and is treated fairly. Even in an otherwise good work environment, an employee might become uncomfortable when they observe something unlawful occurring at a workplace. And because of...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Jun 8, 2017 | Wrongful Termination
Employers in New York and elsewhere have certain expectations of their employees. Additionally, employees have specific expectations regarding their treatment in the workplace. These stem from employee rights and civil laws that protect employees from...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Apr 14, 2017 | Wrongful Termination
No one takes on a new job intending to leave it; however, many individuals in New York and elsewhere start and leave jobs each and every day. While this can happen for amicable reasons, this is unfortunately not always the case. In some situations, an employee...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Mar 16, 2017 | Wrongful Termination
The employer-employee relationship can sometimes be strained by events occurring in the workplace. While employees in New York understand that employment at-will can be terminated at any time for any reasons, there is also the understanding that an employee cannot be...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Mar 10, 2017 | Wrongful Termination
Obtaining and maintaining a job is important for New York residents. It is not only a source of income, but for many people a job is an achievement and a purpose in life. To be fired or let go from a job can be a life-altering and devastating event. But, what if an...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Feb 16, 2017 | Wrongful Termination
It is sometimes the case that after many years of hard work and dedication, an employee in New York can find themselves fired for reasons that are not their fault. If an employee does not have an employment contract, they are considered to be employed “at...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Nov 11, 2016 | Wrongful Termination
Many relationships between an employee and employer are considered “at-will”, meaning that an employer may let go or fire an employee or an employee may quit at any time. Although an employer in such instances does not need to provide a reason for...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | May 31, 2016 | Wrongful Termination
In New York or New Jersey, unless you have an employment contract, you are likely working “at will” for your employer. This means that they may fire you or let you go without a valid reason. However, there are both local and federal laws which protect employees from...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Feb 25, 2016 | Wrongful Termination
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, is a government agency designed and created to help employers maintain a safe working environment and to protect workers from workplace injuries. The administration was founded in the 1970’s at...
On behalf of Mitchell Pollack & Associates PLLC | Jan 20, 2016 | Wrongful Termination
Sometimes the relationship between an employee and an employer can become less than ideal. It is important to understand that as an employee, you are granted certain rights to protect yourself, and your job, in the workplace. There are both state and federal...
