Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees who are injured on the job. It provides them with financial support for medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation while they recover. However, one concern that many injured workers have is whether they can be terminated while receiving workers’ compensation benefits. It’s illegal to fire someone solely because […]
Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees who are injured on the job. It provides them with financial support for medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation while they recover. However, one concern that many injured workers have is whether they can be terminated while receiving workers’ compensation benefits. It’s illegal to fire someone solely because […]
January 2024 Hiciano et al. v. Joyeria Elizabeth I, Corp., et al. Docket No: 21-cv-4508 Firm Secures Judgment in the amount of $150,000.00 – Wage & Hour Violations – Firm represented a collective group of former employees against Joyeria Elizabeth I, Corp., and Joyeria Elizabeth II, Corp., and Joyeria Elizabeth III, Corp., and Joyeria Elizabeth […]
Firm represented an African American female staff member against her former employer for race discrimination and retaliation, in collective violation of Section 1981 of Title 42 of the Unites States Code, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, the New York State Human Rights Law, and Section 740 of the New […]
January 2024 Firm represented a female staff member against her former employer for egregious hostile work environment, sexual harassment, and retaliation in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended , and the New York State Human Rights Law and the New York City Human Rights Law , Sections 215 […]
New Action filed in the United States District Court Eastern District of New York On October 2, 2024, Plaintiffs O’Campo and Jimenez, (together, where appropriate, as “Plaintiffs”), by and through their attorneys, BORRELLI & ASSOCIATES, P.L.L.C., filed their Complaint against GUARANTEED HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC (“GHI”), and JUSTIN ROMANO, individually, and ABRAHAM FINKLER, individually, and RICARDO […]
With the legalization of recreational marijuana use in New York, many residents are curious about how this change impacts workplace policies. Many are asking if NYC employers can still drug test for marijuana. The short answer is no. In most cases, employers in New York City can no longer drug test employees or job applicants […]
Pregnancy is an exciting and challenging time. Unfortunately, it can also be a period where workers face discrimination at their jobs. Pregnant employees may experience unfair treatment, denial of reasonable accommodations, or even termination due to their condition. However, laws exist to protect pregnant workers from discrimination. In the United States, both federal and state […]
Since the pandemic, remote work has become a defining feature of the modern workforce. Employers in nearly every industry have embraced remote work opportunities, and technology has made it easier than ever to perform jobs from anywhere. Platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other digital tools allow teams to stay connected and productive without needing […]
Firm represented a female staff member against her former employer for egregious hostile work environment, sexual harassment, and retaliation in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended (“Title VII”), and the New York State Human Rights Law (“NYSHRL”). After sending a demand letter and engaging in negotiations, the case […]
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