In recent years, sexual harassment and discrimination lawsuits have been on the rise. Campaigns, such as Black Lives Matter and Me-Too movements, have spurred greater awareness of these social issues and prompted employees to sue their employers. Big company brands...
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Revisiting employment contracts can prove invaluable for business
Over the last few years, New York businesses have encountered significant challenges and changes to their daily operations. Pandemic-related concerns drove many companies to shift to a remote work model, something that was ultimately preferable to many workers and...
Taking a proactive approach to employment law
There may be numerous types of regulations that act to protect the rights and interests of employers and employees alike and to help promote healthier workplace environments. Violations of employment laws can take on various forms and finding ways to safeguard against...
Employment laws may be subject to constant change
Many companies in New York and across the nation may strive to promote a positive work environment and protect against unlawful activity. However, as employment laws may be subject to change at times, keeping up with modifications to the various topics involved could...
Making informed decisions when terminating an employee
Companies in New York and elsewhere that hire others to assist with operations might not always know how long each employee will stay with the company. In some cases, business owners may even face a situation in which it might be necessary to terminate an employee,...
Possible topics to cover when drafting severance agreements
There may be a multitude of companies in New York and elsewhere who hire employees to assist with everyday operations and tasks. As it might not always be feasible to assume that employees will remain with the company until retirement, taking steps to prepare for the...
Taking a proactive approach to HR
Human resources is an essential part of a business. In addition to coordinating new hires, HR supports employees with questions about company policies and other issues that come up during their employment. Here’s what you should know about the advantages of being...
Is downsizing ethical?
The role of ethics in corporate America is an interesting one. When it comes to employee rights, of course, ethics certainly matter. It's important to treat all workers equally, for instance, avoiding bias and giving everyone a fair chance.When it comes to business...
Standing up for racial discrimination in the New York workplace
Any type of racial discrimination, no matter the context, is unacceptable. Unfortunately, many employees struggle in their workplaces because they are subject to one form of discrimination or another. Racial discrimination in the workplace could be direct or subtle,...
Can your employer just pay you next month?
You get a new job, and it goes well at first. You like it, the boss seems nice and you get paid on time. You start to settle in and wonder if this could be a career stop.Then one payday rolls around, and you don't get paid. You go to your boss and ask what happened....