Parties stipulated and Judge ordered a Conditional Certification of Collective Action in the United States District Court Eastern District of New York Plaintiff, Alvarez on behalf of himself, individually, and on behalf of all others similarly-situated, filed a collective action lawsuit in the United States District Court District Eastern District of New York against Upper […]
February 2026 Firm Secures in the amount of $300,000.00 – Wage & Hour Violations – Firm represented a female employee against Matos and Son’s Food Market, Inc., d/b/a Talk of the Town Deli, and BSA Bel Inc., d/b/a Talk of the Track Deli, and David Matos, individually, for unpaid overtime wages in violation of the […]
July 2026 Firm Secures Judgment in the amount of $175,000.00 – Wage & Hour Violations – Firm represented three former employees against Energy Plus NY Inc d/b/a Energy Plus NY, and Energy Plus USA LLC d/b/a Energy Plus NY, and Moshe Lefkowitz, individually, and Hershe Lefkowitz, individually, for unpaid overtime wages in violation of the […]
Workplace harassment can leave you feeling uncomfortable, angry, embarrassed, or even afraid to go to work. Many employees also worry about what will happen if they speak up. Will their employer believe them? Could they lose their job? Will coworkers treat them differently? Could reporting the harassment damage their professional reputation? Your concerns make sense. […]
Choosing to work as an independent contractor or freelancer offers flexibility and independence, but there are also things you’ll sacrifice. This is why it can be problematic when a company tries to classify you as an IC or freelancer and you are not. You’ll lose out on protections and benefits to which you are legally […]
New Action filed in the United States District Court Eastern District of New York Marcia v. Primavera Italian Specialties, Inc., and Primavera Meats, Inc., and Thomas Primavera, individually, and Christopher Primavera, individually, and Thomas Primavera JR., individually; Index No.:26-cv-4741 On August 4, 2026, Plaintiff Marcia, by and through his attorneys, Borrelli & Associates, P.L.L.C., filed […]
New Action filed in the Supreme Court of the State of New York County of Albany McCanney v. Medi Cab Corp, and John Gouzos individually, and Richard Sehl, individually; Index No.:910299-25 On July 10, 2026, Plaintiff McCanney, by and through her attorneys, BORRELLI & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., as and for Complaint against Medi Cab Corp. (“Medi […]
Employees in New York City are protected by some of the broadest workplace discrimination laws in the country. While many workers are familiar with federal anti-discrimination protections, fewer realize that New York City has its own laws that may provide additional safeguards in the workplace. Here’s what you need to know. Workplace Discrimination Is Not […]
Social media and online communication have blurred the line between personal and professional life more than ever before. Employees in New York City and throughout the state often share opinions online about politics, social issues, workplace concerns, and current events without realizing that those posts could eventually affect their employment. At the same time, many […]
On March 19, 2026, Plaintiff Diaz, by and through her attorneys, Borrelli & Associates, P.L.L.C., filed a complaint in the United States District Court, Eastern District, against, Romano Cleaners Inc. d/b/a Romano Drive-In Cleaners (“Romano Cleaners”), and Nar Dry Cleaning, Inc. d/b/a Romano Drive-In Cleaners (“NAR Dry Cleaning”), and Family Drive-In Cleaners of Bayside Inc. […]
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