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New law closes wage theft loophole
Several federal, state and local laws protect employees’ rights, but they can be complicated to understand and interpret. For instance, New York has laws prohibiting wage theft. However, employers were able to violate the intent of the law through various loopholes. Now, new legislation has…
New Jersey tackling age discrimination
In a recent blog post, we discussed age-related discrimination in the workplace, and the subtle ways in which employers often discriminate against employees based on their age. The New Jersey government is acknowledging the frequency and ramifications of age discrimination by expanding state laws to…
Age discrimination: Even when it’s subtle, it’s illegal
Employers typically do not come out and state that they are discriminating against someone because of their age. That doesn’t mean discrimination based on age doesn’t occur, though. It just means that this type of discrimination is often subtle. Even then, discrimination based on age…
Restaurant workers face ongoing workplace challenges
Restaurant workers are among those who have been most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. For more than a year, they have faced employment uncertainty, risks to their health, and increased customer hostility. To make matters worse, they have also faced wage theft. Restaurant workers are…
When am I entitled to overtime pay?
Laws are in place to protect workers like you from exploitation, for instance by requiring employers to pay employees additional compensation for working overtime. However, not all laws apply to all workers. Here’s how you can know if you qualify for overtime payment. When are…
What happens when employers misclassify workers?
A worker’s wages, rights, and benefits depend on their classification as an employee or independent contractor. Unfortunately, there are times when employers misclassify workers, which can have a devastating toll on workers. If this happens, workers should know what rights they have and what they…
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