Treated Differently After Asking to Work From Home? That Could Be Illegal in New York
Suppose you’ve asked to work from home because of a medical issue, pregnancy, or something happening in your personal life. […]
Pregnant in NYC? Here’s What You’re Legally Entitled To – and What Your Employer Can’t Do
If you’re pregnant and working in New York, the law is now more firmly on your side than ever before. […]
New Dawn for Workplace Justice in NYC: Why Senator Gounardes’ Bill Matters for Employees
Imagine a world where discrimination suits matter—where juries’ verdicts aren’t barked at by judges, jobs are protected, and corporations fear […]
Told to Lose Weight to Get the Job? Why That Might Be Illegal in NYC
Imagine studying hard for a civil service exam, passing it, and being told you’re one step away from a stable, […]
Power, Retaliation, and Harassment: What an NYPD Lawsuit Reveals About Workplace Protections in New York
A lawsuit against NYPD Assistant Chief Ruel Stephenson is a striking example of how workplace power dynamics can be exploited, […]
LGBTQ+ Workplace Rights Under Attack: What New York Employees Need to Know Now
The federal government is moving aggressively to dismantle workplace protections for LGBTQ+ employees. On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump […]
Understanding the Impact of President Trump’s Executive Order Regarding DEI on Workplace Protections in New York
On January 21, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity.” This […]
Fighting Back Against Workplace Discrimination: How an NYPD Detective’s Case Shows the Power of the New York City Human Rights Law
According to a lawsuit recently filed in New York County Supreme Court, Annaruth Legare spent 16 years with the NYPD, […]
Why Employees in New York Employees Should Never Sign a Severance Agreement Without Attorney Review
In New York, navigating the complexities of employment law can be particularly challenging, especially regarding severance agreements. If you’re facing […]
Amendments to New York Labor Law 215: Strengthened Employee Protections Against Retaliation for Taking Leave
The recent New York Labor Law 215 amendment has introduced crucial enhancements to employee protections, mainly focusing on safeguarding workers […]
Paid Lactation Breaks Now Law in NY: A Major Win for Working Moms
New York State recently passed an amendment to New York Labor Law § 206-c that will significantly enhance support for […]
Redefining Workplace Discrimination: How the Muldrow v. City of St. Louis Decision Expands Employee Rights Under Title VII
The recent Supreme Court decision in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis marks a pivotal shift in how job transfer […]