There are different rules that apply to servers who work in the restaurant industry than to most other employees. Specifically, they are subject to a lower hourly minimum wage. They receive less pay per hour because there is an expectation that customers patronizing...
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How does a new law protect employees’ online privacy?
You can learn a lot about someone by looking at their social media accounts. That’s why many people use privacy settings so that only selected users can see them. They may use nicknames so they can interact with others without being identified. Some people either...
What constitutes wrongful termination in New York?
New York employers can fire employees for any reason or none at all. However, there are exceptions to this, and some circumstances can make a termination unlawful. For instance, if your employer fires you without adhering to the terms of a valid employment contract,...
Do professionals still need to worry about noncompete agreements?
Many successful professionals in New York work in competitive industries. Well-compensated professionals in finance, medicine and other industries sometimes have to sign employment contracts that limit their future professional opportunities. A company might integrate...
3 worker actions that could lead to employer retaliation
Numerous state and federal laws protect the rights of employees. Workers in New York shouldn't have to worry about discrimination or an unsafe work environment. Various statutes establish standards for employment conditions and protect the rights of workers to assert...
Is your employer responsible for a co-worker’s online harassment?
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...
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...