Today, employees may prefer working with business leaders who provide equal access to opportunities and resources to all. They could be looking for a safe space where they can grow regardless of their race, religion and sexual orientation. Unfortunately, despite the...
White Plains Employment And Commercial Law Blog
What not to include in an employee handbook
A good employee handbook is valuable for New York employers. Your employee handbook helps employees understand both the policies and procedures of your company and provides you with an opportunity to illustrate your company’s culture. Benefits of an employee handbook...
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...
When does New York’s pay transparency law cover employers?
Dealing with state-level employment laws can be challenging, mainly if some provisions only apply to specific types of employers based on their size and nature. For example, New York's pay transparency law covers companies that meet certain conditions, requiring...
Bystander actions against sexual harassment in the workplace
Witnessing sexual harassment in the workplace can be unsettling to those who are not the direct target of the harassment. While bystanders feel sympathetic for harassment victims, they may be hesitant to act on the misconduct they witnessed due to fear of retaliation...
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...
Understanding what makes a termination wrongful under the law
When an employee is fired from a job they love, it could be a devastating blow to their lives. Many employees in New York do not think they deserve to be fired and are completely blindsided when a human resources representative or manager calls them into their office...
Understanding the limits of disciplining employees as an employer
Every employer has different approaches and strategies to handle employee misconduct. Nonetheless, no matter what disciplinary actions you apply in your workplace, you must know your limits under the laws. This will help you avoid claims, such as wrongful termination,...
What issues should a shareholders’ agreement address?
Disputes can arise from anywhere in a business, posing varying threat levels to an organization. One of the most challenging dispute types is those arising from shareholder issues. They can happen because of complex and unique circumstances, often causing...