If you’ve ever signed an employment contract in New York, you might have noticed a section about arbitration. Maybe it was a bit buried in the paperwork, but it could significantly impact your rights down the road. What exactly are mandatory arbitration clauses in NY employment contracts? And more importantly, are they legal? Here’s what […]
Firing an employee is never easy. In New York State, it can also be legally complicated. Whether you’re an employer making a tough decision or an employee who’s been let go, it’s essential to understand your rights and responsibilities. What should you know about employee termination laws in New York? New York Is an “At-Will” […]
If you work in New York’s hospitality industry, you probably rely on tips to make a living. Whether you’re a server, bartender, barback, or busser, understanding tip pooling laws is essential. Tip pooling can affect how much money you take home. It can also raise legal questions if your employer does not handle it properly. […]
December 2024 Knickerbocker et al. v. Ferrandino & Son, Inc. Docket No: 22-cv-2225 Firm Secures Judgment in the amount of $345,000.00 – Wage & Hour Violations – Firm represented a collective group of former employees against Ferrandino & Son, Inc. individually, for unpaid overtime wages in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act and the […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how employers hire and manage workers. Many companies now use AI-powered tools to screen résumés, conduct initial interviews, and even assess job performance. While these systems can improve efficiency, they also raise legal and ethical concerns, especially about AI in NYC hiring practices. If you’re applying for jobs in New […]
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) has recently undergone monumental changes under President Donald J. Trump’s administration, and many are questioning just what the EEOC’s landscape, future direction, and its commitment to workers’ rights will be in the upcoming years. Who is the new EEOC Commissioner? Likely the first step in analyzing just what is to come is in the choice of the […]
New Action filed in the United States District Court Southern District of New York On January 28, 2025, Plaintiff Cruz, by and through his attorneys, Borrelli & Associates, P.L.L.C., as and for his Complaint against Network Infrastructure Inc. d/b/a Network Infrastructure (“Network Infrastructure”), and Patrick Clarke, individually, and Craig Lusardi, individually (collectively with Network Infrastructure, […]
Every worker in New York deserves a safe and fair workplace. To help ensure this, the state established the Safety, Health, and Essential Rights (SHER) program, a vital initiative designed to protect employees from workplace hazards and unfair treatment. SHER empowers workers by educating them about their rights and holding employers accountable for maintaining safe […]
September 2024 Firm represented a female staff member against her former employer for disability discrimination in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the New York State Human Rights Law and as well as for retaliation in violation of Section 740 of the New York Labor Law. After sending a demand letter and […]
New Action filed in the United States District Court Eastern District of New York Chavez v. John McGowan & Sons of Sea Cliff, Inc., d/b/a John McGowan & Sons, and John McGowan & Sons of N.Y., Inc., d/b/a John McGowan & Sons, and John McGowan & Sons, Inc., d/b/a John McGowan & Sons, and James […]
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