Events like welcoming a child into your family, treating a serious health condition, or taking care of a sick loved one can be incredibly demanding. Thankfully, state and federal laws, including the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), allow eligible employees to take time off…
Wage theft is a serious issue that affects millions of New Yorkers every year. If you suspect your employer is illegally withholding wages from you, your paycheck and pay stub are good places to start. What to look for New York laws require employers to provide…
Workers deserve to be paid for every hour they work. However, some employers require employees to work off the clock – and sometimes the employees don’t know they should be paid for that time. In fact, you could be working several hours a week without…
If you or someone in your family gets sick, you may need to take time off work. However, determining your eligibility to take leave and whether you can afford to take leave can be a major source of stress. Thankfully, many New York employees quality…
Despite the laws and rules in place to protect employees from workplace harassment, misconduct still occurs at far too many businesses. And at some companies, harassment doesn’t just happen occasionally – it is a widespread issue. A big problem demands a significant response One example…
A survey from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) revealed that roughly one-third of people were involved in a romantic relationship last year. Finding love at work is certainly not uncommon, but these relationships can still trigger legal and professional conflicts. Issues to consider…