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Category Archives: Employment Law For Employees
Am I Eligible for Overtime Pay in New York? 2026 Salary Rules Explained
Your employer may sometimes expect you to put in additional time outside of your regular hours-even if they will not pay you for it. Or, perhaps they do compensate you for these hours, but not with the standard time-and-a-half expected for overtime wages. Both of…
What Are Fringe Benefits and How Do They Compare to Regular Benefits?
Fringe benefits are extra forms of compensation an employer provides in addition to your salary or hourly pay. Regular benefits are the standard benefits that make up the basic structure of most compensation packages. The main difference is simple: regular benefits form the core of…
EEOC Guidelines: Criminal Records & Workplace Discrimination
Employees and job applicants often face unfair treatment when an employer misuses arrest or conviction information during the hiring process. At Katz Melinger PLLC, our employment lawyers represent workers whose rights are jeopardized by unlawful background-check practices and employment decisions. Understanding the Equal Employment Opportunity…
How to Report Workplace Harassment in NY & NJ
At Katz Melinger PLLC, we frequently hear from people experiencing or witnessing workplace harassment. Whether it's verbal abuse, unwanted physical contact, or discriminatory behavior, workplace harassment can occur in many forms and leave you feeling vulnerable, confused, or afraid. We understand the courage it takes…
Navigating Discrimination Claims: A Step-by-Step Guide for New York Employees
Workplace discrimination creates immense personal and professional hardships for those targeted. Recognizing when to take action and understanding the laws and regulations that govern these cases is important, but these rules are complex and involve federal, state, and even New York City-specific regulations. Working with…
Building a Strong Wrongful Termination Case in NY
While New York is considered an "at-will" employment state, this does not shield employers from all liability when terminating an employee. Wrongful termination occurs when an employer violates specific laws, an employment contract, or established public policies in dismissing an employee. If you work in…
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