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Negotiating an employee severance package
In a fluctuating economy, many employees in New York and other parts of the United States will face termination at one point or another. When a person is facing termination, it's highly important to negotiate a reasonable severance package to protect his or her...
Fox News faces lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and assault
New York is a relatively employee-friendly state, but stronger laws do not stop sexual harassment from happening in the workplace, as evidenced by the “me too” movement. More women and men in the entertainment industry have been stepping forward about sexual...
The factors involved in land use and zoning
If you are a New York land developer with plans for a particular parcel of land, conforming to zoning and land use regulations is critical for project approval. Proposals that do not meet the requirements and restrictions for the zone or fit the vision of long-term...
Why ageism is still a problem at work
Workers in New York and throughout the country who are 40 or older are likely protected by the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, or ADEA. The legislation prohibits employers from making employment decisions involving protected workers that are based primarily on...
Perceived pregnancy discrimination can lead to lasting effects
Pregnancy is usually a wonderful time for expectant parents as they excitedly prepare for their babies' arrivals. With full support, mothers have a better chance of delivering healthy children and protecting their own health. When mothers are the victims of pregnancy...
Can you ever deny an employee FMLA leave?
If your company is subject to the Family Medical Leave Act and an employee is eligible to claim benefits, you must grant him or her leave for a qualifying request and preserve the employee's position and health benefits until his or her return. Eligible employees have...
How to prevent discrimination against job candidates
Employers in New York and elsewhere in America need to be proactive in ensuring that their hiring policies comply with state and federal laws. In some cases, the appearance of discrimination during the hiring process may result in an investigation or lawsuit. There...
Explosive race discrimination suit by execs rocks McDonald’s
Those who live in New York may want to be aware of a recent article. It mentions a suit by two African American female executives who claim racist and sexist remarks were thrown at them when the leadership of McDonald's changed. They also said that the company...
Women in the gaming industry speak out against sexual harassment
A number of women in the gaming industry took to their social media accounts in June to chronicle sexual abuse suffered at the hands of peers and colleagues in the industry. In many cases, an account of abuse from one woman resulted in the sharing of a similar...
What does pregnancy discrimination look like?
New York workers deserve the safest working environment. You deserve to have a workplace where you are free of any kind of harassment. Unfortunately, pregnant women still face a disproportionate amount of harassment at work. Even worse, it is often hard to tell if...
