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What Employees Need to Know: New York Employment Law October 2024
The landscape of employment law is constantly evolving, especially in bustling cities like New York. As workers return to the office and businesses adapt to new legal regulations, both employers and employees must stay informed about their rights and obligations. With New York’s unemployment rate at 5.2% in August 2024 and new laws affecting… Read More »
Medical and Recreational Cannabis (Marijuana) Use and Employment in New York
Medical and Recreational Cannabis (Marijuana) Use and Employment in New York – Prohibition, Discrimination, Termination My employer prohibits me from using cannabis, even though I have a prescription. I have legally purchased and used marijuana; it is legal in New York, but my employer now threatens to terminate me. My supervisor told me that… Read More »
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act – New Protections for Women Workers in New York City
The US Congress adopted the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”) on December 27, 2022, and the Act went into force on June 27, 2023. On April 15, 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued a final regulation to carry out the law, which goes into effect on June 18, 2024. The law is… Read More »
Facing Workplace Issues? NYC Employment Attorney Help
The hustle and bustle of New York City can be exhilarating, but it can also lead to complex workplace situations. Whether you’re dealing with unfair treatment, unclear policies, or potential legal violations, navigating these challenges alone can be overwhelming. That’s where NYC Employment Attorney Employment Lawyer NYC, NYC Employment Lawyer steps in. Our team… Read More »
Protecting Your Rights: With Employment Lawyer NYC
The Big Apple is a land of opportunity, but navigating the complexities of employment in New York City can be daunting. Whether you’re facing discrimination, wrongful termination, unpaid wages, or another workplace issue, knowing your rights and having strong legal representation are crucial. This is where Employment Lawyer NYC (Employment Attorney NYC, NYC Employment… Read More »
FTC’s Bans Non-Competes Nationwide – What does it mean for New York employees?
****UPDATE September 6, 2024**** On August 20, 2024, in Ryan LLC v. Federal Trade Commission, the Northern District of Texas found that the FTC’s non-compete rule (discussed below) was unlawful. The Texas court found that the FTC exceeded its authority by creating the rule and that the rule was an arbitrary and capricious “categorical ban.”… Read More »
NYC App-Based Delivery Drivers and Uber/Lyft Drivers Minimum Wage Laws
New York City established a minimum wage pay-rate for app-based delivery workers that went into effect July 12, 2023. Starting July 12, 2023 New York City’s app-based delivery workers must be paid at least $17.96 an hour, not including tips. NYC has approximately 60,000 app-based delivery workers operating in the city. If you’ve been… Read More »
New York State set to Ban Non-Competes
New York State will join a growing number of states that have prohibited or restricted Non-Competes. Key Take Aways of NY Non-Compete Law: The Non-Compete Ban has recently been passed by both chambers of the New York State legislature; New law will ban non-compete agreements for workers in the State of New York, including… Read More »
NYC LGBTQ Discrimination Lawyer
LGBTQ Discrimination in New York City Our New York City LGBTQ discrimination lawyers represent employees all over NYC in sexual orientation discrimination cases and lawsuits. We have successfully represented individuals related to LGBTQ discrimination, retaliation, and violations of Title VII rights. Our NYC employment lawyers are up to date on the evolving laws in… Read More »
Tip Pool Rules for the Hospitality Industry in New York City
What are the laws on tip pools for the hospitality industry in New York? The laws on tip pools for the hospitality industry in New York City are that the employer nor management is allowed to keep any portion of the tips and the distribution must follow specific rules. Are Tip Pools arrangements Legal… Read More »
