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The U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule which will allow millions of additional workers to be eligible for overtime pay beginning on July 1, 2024.
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How Can You Recognize Pregnancy Discrimination at Work in New York?
Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is unlawful. If you experience sudden changes in treatment or experience discrimination at work because of your pregnancy, you have legal rights and options. Talk to a trusted New York employment lawyer today to learn more.
The Importance of Documentation in Employment Discrimination Claims
As you work with your New York employment law attorney to prepare a compelling employment discrimination claim, you will need to provide careful documentation, detailed records, and other types of evidence to support your case.
Understanding Whistleblower Rights and Confidentiality in NY
If you are considering reporting unlawful business practices you’ve seen, talk to a New York employment lawyer to better understand your whistleblower rights and your rights under any confidentiality agreement.
Pamela Jeffrey Honored in 2024 Trailblazers in Law by City & State
Levy Ratner’s Pamela Jeffrey was named to 2024 Trailblazers in Law by City & State, a list for “legal leaders making New York a better place.” Jeffrey began her career in labor when she became an activist and then a staff organizer on District 65, United Auto Workers’ organizing drive at Columbia University that resulted…
Overtime Pay: Eligibility, Calculation & Violations in New York
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) governs overtime pay for nonexempt employees in New York. If you believe your employer owes you overtime pay, working with an employment lawyer can help you understand and exercise your rights.
Are You an Employee or Independent Contractor Under DOL’s Final Rule?
With the growth of gig work following the COVID-19 pandemic, a worker may question whether they are being misclassified as an independent contractor. Most worker protections under federal and state law only apply to workers who are considered employees, as opposed to independent contractors. This month, the U.S. Department of Labor issued a final rule,…
Uncover Gender Identity Discrimination in Hiring Practices in New York
Federal, state, and New York City laws prohibit gender identity discrimination in any aspect of employment, including hiring and job screening practices. If you believe you have suffered workplace-related gender identity discrimination, talk to a skilled employment law attorney to learn more.
Equal Pay for Equal Work: Gender Pay Gap Issues in New York
New York’s equal pay laws aim to close the gender wage gap. If you are earning less than a co-worker of the opposite sex for performing similar work, contact a caring employment law attorney to discuss your options for recovering the compensation you deserve.
Freelancer’s Rights to a Written Contract & Timely Payment in New York
On November 22, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law the Freelance Isn’t Free Act (FIFA), a series of labor protections for New York State freelance workers that will take effect on May 20, 2024. Modeled after the successful New York City Freelance Isn’t Free law passed in 2016, FIFA aims to protect…