In New York, employers are legally obligated to accommodate employees’ religious beliefs and practices. This is in line with both federal and state laws safeguarding religious freedom. Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and New York State law, employers...
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What is the legal status of non-compete agreements in New York?
Early in 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”), the branch of the federal government responsible for maintaining competition in the market place and work place, issued a notice of rulemaking in which it announced that it was considering a rule that would abrogate...
Workers have protection from religious discrimination
Federal laws and the laws of New York protect workers from religious discrimination. Under federal law, protection from religious discrimination covers several basic points: Employers cannot refuse to hire, fire or take other adverse action because of an employee’s...
When is it appropriate to use non-disclosure agreements?
Running a business can come with various challenges, and this is especially true for owners who rely on proprietary and confidential information. In this day and age, protecting data is a priority, mainly if revealing these details can endanger business operations....
Can schools refuse reasonable accommodation requests?
School can be a very uncomfortable place for students with special needs. About two-thirds of American public schools are not accessible to those with physical disabilities. At the same time, many educational institutions are hesitant to implement changes that could...
How can you safely lay off staff?
If you are a business owner in New York right now, you might face some tough decisions, which may necessitate layoffs. One of the most painful decisions you can make is to lay off your staff. Laying off employees is not only emotionally challenging but also legally...
Are all employees entitled to overtime pay?
If you are an employer or an employee in Staten Island, you may wonder about the rules regarding overtime pay. Not all employees are entitled to overtime pay. Overtime laws Overtime pay is the extra compensation that employees receive for working more than 40 hours in...
Does it matter if I’m an employee or an independent contractor?
Relationships between workers and employers in New York are sometimes employer-employee relationships while other times the worker is an independent contractor. This classification is important, as it can affect the rights the worker has and the obligations the...
Who is exempt from mandatory overtime requirements under FLSA
Most employees in New York City and its boroughs understand that the Fair Labor Standards Act, a law passed by Congress as part of Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal reforms, requires that certain employees be paid overtime whenever they work more than 40 hours in a week....
AI scrutinized for employment discrimination decisions
The increasing popularity of artificial intelligence is leading to fears that it will replace workers. But the U.S. Equal Opportunity Commission is also looking at this technology to ensure it does not foster employment discrimination. EEOC review Last month, the EEOC...