Gig work is an activity in which people earn income providing on demand work, often through the use of digital platforms such as mobile applications. This type of work is an increasingly valuable component of the U.S. economy, and a Federal Reserve report states that about 16…
The company was sued in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey for allegedly misclassifying assistant store managers as “exempt” employees, making them ineligible for overtime pay despite having to perform manual labor. The lawsuit involves a nationwide class of more than 1,700 former…
Countless people in New York work more than 40 hours a week or outside the conventional 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule. Non-traditional schedules can be exhausting and, in some cases, illegal. Rest break rules If you work certain jobs, you may be entitled to…
The short answer to this question is yes. Employers in New York can deduct money from your paycheck, but only for specific purposes under limited circumstances. Improper deductions from your paycheck, whether intentional or not, can add up quickly and cost you a lot of…
If you have a child with a summer job, it is essential to know that they have rights regarding wages and hours, just like adult workers. If their employer violates these rights, you should know what you can do to protect your child, their paychecks…
Legal issues regarding wage and hour claims do not always stem from conflicts over whether a violation occurred or who is to blame. In some cases, the process of resolving the dispute comes under fire. Interpretation, creation of the laws One example of a procedural…