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Are financial advisors entitled to overtime? Sometimes.
When people think about employees who are eligible for overtime pay, we typically picture hourly workers who perform blue-collar work and traditional “9-to-5” jobs. However, certain employees, some of whom are highly compensated and work in white-collar professions, may also be entitled to overtime pay.…
Sexual orientation now a protected class under Title VII
On Monday, Feb. 26, the Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit in New York held that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects employees from discrimination based on sexual orientation. It is a landmark ruling. While many states have enacted laws…
Collecting From Defunct Businesses
Creditors with judgments are often discouraged when they hear that the company that owes them money has gone out of business. Fortunately, the state legislature has passed laws restricting corporate debtors from engaging in certain transactions involving the company’s owners and shareholders once a lawsuit…
DOL seeks rapid enforcement action against repeat wage offender
What would you do if your payroll checks bounced? Or if you were paid in cash, but less than you were owed? What if you complained about your wages, and your boss threatened you with a gun? Allegations like these can put your employer at…
NY Attorney General: Weinstein Co. failed to protect women
If cinema mogul Harvey Weinstein thought he had seen the last of the sexual harassment and assault allegations against him, he was wrong. After dozens of women, including famous actresses, came forward with allegations of sexual misconduct and rape, Weinstein was forced out of his…
Advocates push for change to disability hiring law
New York state law and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act prohibit employers from discriminating against qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. These laws prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, firing, promotion, layoffs and training. Employers must also provide “reasonable accommodation” to…
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