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Joining a union can affect your pay, workplace rights and role in employment decisions. New York employees may have questions about union membership, workplace protections and whether they must join. Understanding the rules can help you make informed decisions about...
Business owners often see arbitration clauses in vendor agreements, employment contracts and partnership deals. These clauses can require future disputes to be resolved outside court, so it is important to know when arbitration is mandatory and when it is only an...
An individualized education program (IEP) helps children with special needs receive the instruction and support they need to succeed in school. If your child is not receiving the support they are entitled to through the program, it is completely natural to feel...
A single signature can shape the future of a business. In New York, one overlooked contract term can lead to costly problems. Asking the right questions before signing can help protect the business and avoid unnecessary risk. 1. Are all the contract terms clear and...
Yes. A salaried manager in New York may still qualify for overtime pay if the job does not meet the legal requirements for an exemption. A manager title alone does not decide the issue. The employee’s actual duties and salary usually matter more. A manager title does...
Running a business in New York demands careful attention to a complex and evolving body of labor laws. From wage and hour requirements to employee classification and leave policies, these regulations shape nearly every aspect of your workplace. Failing to keep pace...
Onboarding new employees comes with a variety of expenses. There are recruitment and potentially relocation costs to cover. Employers pay for training and safety equipment. The company must ensure that the budget accounts for base wages and the cost of benefits....
An individualized education plan (IEP) helps a student with special needs to attend public school. The IEP lists their medical, social and developmental challenges, as well as the accommodations the school agrees to provide to help them succeed in a class environment....
Vendors play an important role in many businesses because they provide critical goods and services. Vendor relationships can have a positive impact on the business when things are good, but they can also have a negative if the relationship with the vendor sours. ...
Reasonable accommodation requests require employers to balance employee rights with workplace operations and business realities. When handled improperly, these situations increase the risk of disability discrimination claims and workplace disputes that can be...