Since 2016, marijuana use in New York has been legal for limited medical purposes. In 2021, following legislation signed into law by the outgoing Governor Andrew Cuomo, New York — the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (“MRTA”) — became the 15th state, along with the District of Colombia, to legalize marijuana for recreational use. According […]
Richards v. O.B.’S Bakery Inc. d/b/a OB’s Bakery, and Restaurant, and OB’s Express, Ltd., d/b/a OB’s Express, and Omar Dickens individually, Civil Case No.: 22-cv-00711 Lead Plaintiff, Mr. Richards, on behalf of himself, individually, and on behalf of all others similarly-situated, filed a collective action lawsuit in the United States District Court Eastern District of […]
New Action filed in the United States Eastern District of New York Garcia et. al. v. Frensco Building Products Corp., and Frensco Inc, and Daniel Phua individually Docket No.: 22-cv-3358 On June 7, 2022, Plaintiff Garcia, on behalf of himself, individually, and on behalf of all others similarly-situated, (collectively as “FLSA Plaintiffs,” as this term […]
Most people understand a superintendent to be a person who assists with the maintenance of a building and apartment needs of the tenants in the building. However, under the Minimum Wage Order for the Building Service Industry or Section 141-3.4 of the New York Codes, Rules, and Regulation (“NYCRR”), such a person is defined as […]
New Action filed in the United States Southern District of New York Alvarado et. al. v. Juan de la Cruz, individually, d/b/a United Landscaping Pro Docket No.: 22-cv-6509 On August 1, 2022, Plaintiff Alvarado, on behalf of himself, individually, and on behalf of all others similarly-situated, filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court […]
Are you dealing with workplace sexual harassment? Here’s what you need to know: Know Your Rights Victims of workplace sexual harassment must know their rights. The laws governing workplace harassment can be complicated. The best thing you can do is learn what is and is not permitted before you’re faced with a problem. Talk to […]
As a job applicant, you have certain rights under federal and state laws. These laws protect you from discrimination in the hiring process and ensure that you are treated fairly. Here are some of the most important things to know about your rights as a job applicant: Protection Against Discrimination Federal and state laws prohibit […]
When it comes to hairstyle discrimination, there are a few things you should know. First and foremost, discrimination based on hairstyle is illegal in some places. This means that if you feel you were treated unfairly or harassed because of your hairstyle, you may have legal recourse. Additionally, it is important to be aware of […]
Do you have rights if your work is freelance? In New York City, the definition of “employee” is very broad. It can include not only traditional full-time and part-time workers, but also interns and other types of workers. This means that many people who think they are freelancers may be employees under the law. According […]
When you are terminated from your job, you might receive a severance agreement. These agreements are legal documents that outline the terms of your separation from the company. The severance agreement will likely include information about your final paycheck, benefits, and any other compensation you may be entitled to. What is a Severance Agreement? A […]
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