The way an employer classifies your employment can dictate much more than you might realize, from the amount you get paid to your rights in the event of an accident. There could be costly consequences if your employer misclassifies your role, so it is crucial to be...
Month: June 2022
What rights do New York employees have regarding cannabis?
It has been just over a year since the state of New York legalized the use of recreational cannabis. Since then, you may have run into concerns or questions about how legalization affects workers. If you are an employee If you work in New York and legally use...
Supreme Court: Prejudice requirement violates FAA
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...
What are the harassment prevention training requirements in New York?
New York state laws dictate specific requirements for providing sexual harassment prevention training to people who work in the state. Parties who violate these laws – intentionally or not – can face serious repercussions. Therefore, knowing what the rules require is...