Many people don’t realize that employers’ responsibility for preventing workplace harassment and discrimination actually extends beyond the workplace. With people being increasingly accessible online, for example, it’s not enough to protect employees from this...
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Employment Law
Has New York banned noncompete agreements?
Restrictive covenants are popular inclusions in modern employment contracts. Companies create restrictions on what economic activities a worker can engage in both while employed and after they leave their job. These restrictions, while frustrating for the worker, help...
EEOC files racial harassment lawsuit against Tesla
New York residents who follow developments in the automotive industry will likely know that Tesla is considered to be one of the world’s leading electric vehicle manufacturers, but they may not be aware that the Texas-based company has been accused of condoning racial...
Workplace accommodations for people with ADHD
Attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common and, in some ways, debilitating disability afflicting people in New York and across the country. It can cause reading comprehension and executive management issues. In some instances, these issues can...
Supporting an LGBTQ employee coming out in the workplace
As society becomes more accepting of the LGBTQ community, it is likely that at some point in your career, you will have an LGBTQ employee come out in your New York workplace. This can be a challenging experience for the employee, but as a supportive colleague or...
Diabetics’ rights in the workplace
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent and complex diseases that millions of Americans face. Unfortunately, diabetes also often creates issues in the workplace. Diabetics in New York must understand their workplace rights. Are you a qualified individual with a...
Pregnant workers and understanding rights against discrimination
Pregnancy discrimination can occur when an employer treats a pregnant employee unfavorably, such as denying them a job or promotion. There is also an expectation of reasonable accommodations. As a pregnant worker in Texas, knowing your rights under employment law is...
What to know about FMLA rights
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows you to leave your job for a period of up to 12 weeks to deal with a variety of medical matters. Generally speaking, your New York employer must hold your job during the leave period, and the company may be required to...