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You work long hours as a manager, but your employer says your title means no overtime pay. That can be confusing when most of your day involves the same tasks as hourly workers. Both federal and New York state overtime rules may apply. New York law may also provide...
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...
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....
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...
Employers generally try to control the wages they provide workers to minimize their staffing expenses. They may attempt to offer each new hire or recently-promoted worker the lowest wages that they can potentially justify. People holding similar roles within the...
Businesses in New York need to conform to both state and federal laws. Employers typically classify their workers as either hourly professionals or salaried professionals. Accurate time clock reporting is necessary regardless of the employment arrangement. However, it...
Some professionals are eligible for paid time off provided by their employers. Paid time off could include sick leave, vacation leave and personal days. Unfortunately, not every professional has access to paid time off provided by their employers. Those experiencing...
If you go to your employer with a complaint about someone sexually harassing you, they might be genuinely surprised. They might tell you that this is the first time anyone has ever reported such a thing, be that in that workplace or against the particular person. Yet,...