The validity of non-compete clauses can be a hot-button issue, especially in New York, where the laws regarding non-compete clauses vary widely and change often. A question that often arises is whether these types of clauses are enforceable if an employer terminates...
Month: January 2023
Are noncompete agreements on their way out?
Noncompete agreements have been a hotly debated topic recently. Now, the future of these agreements could be in limbo as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule that would bar employers from using these clauses. The case for banning noncompete...
Is it OK for a restaurant to pay workers a daily or weekly rate?
Restaurants have different compensation arrangements with their employees. Many workers are paid on an hourly basis, but some restaurants offer a flat daily or a weekly rate – such as $100 a day or $600 a week. Is it legal for a restaurant to pay you this way? The...
Judgments as Liens on Real Property: How Does Your Client Get Paid?
If your client is awarded a judgment in a civil matter in New York State, the other party (known as the judgment debtor) might not pay up. A judgment lien can be placed on the judgment debtor’s real property to help ensure your client gets their money, but such liens...
Proposal aims to establish minimum wage for food deliverers
New Yorkers are used to getting just about anything delivered, from their dinner and wine to clothes and furniture. The demand for delivery workers is as high as ever. In fact, more than 60,000 people work as app-based food deliverers alone. The Department of Consumer...
Employers: Mistakes to avoid when laying off workers
No one wants to conduct layoffs, but they can be crucial for a struggling or changing business. However, employers who make certain mistakes when laying people off can wind up causing more problems for themselves. Discriminating against workers Deciding who to lay off...