On July 18, 2018, the new Temporary Schedule Change Law took effect in New York City. Under the law, covered employees have a right to temporary changes to their work schedule for certain “personal events.” All employees who work over 80+ hours per calendar year in NYC and who have been employed by their employer […]
New Action filed in the Southern District of New York Bardhaj v. 50 Broadway Realty Corp., Civil Case No.: 1:18-cv-04503 On May 21, 2018, Plaintiff, Ms. Bardhaj, filed a civil action lawsuit against her employer, 50 Broadway Realty Corp., for overtime violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”), the New York Labor Law (“NYLL”), […]
Borrelli & Associates, P.L.L.C. is pleased to announce that attorney Thomas R. Price recently joined the firm as a Senior Associate. Prior to joining our team, Thomas was an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Civil Division of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY). As part of […]
Non-compete agreements are created by employers to prevent employees from taking their talents to a direct competitor. The agreement is usually part of the overall employment contract, though it might be an individual document, and is often for a pre-determined period of time. If you continue to work for the employer for which you signed […]
New Collective Action filed in the Southern District of New YorkAbraham and Sylvester v. Promise Home Care Agency, Inc. Case No.: 18-cv-04502 On May 21, 2018, Lead Plaintiffs, Ms. Abraham and Ms. Sylvester, on behalf of themselves, individually, and on behalf of all others similarly-situated, filed a collective action lawsuit against Promise Home Care Agency, […]
In the wake of the #MeToo movement, the New York State Legislature and New York City Council have enacted broad expansions to the laws regarding sexual harassment in the workplace. As these laws take effect, it is important to note how your legal rights may have changed. Below is an overview of many of the […]
Jones v. Strategic Financial Solutions L.L.C., and Pioneer Law Firm, P.C., d/b/a The Law Offices of John Dougherty and Associates, and Timberline Capital Ventures, Inc., and Harbor Legal Group, L.L.C., d/b/a The Law Offices of G. Anthony Yuthas, and Credit Advocates Law Firm, LLC, Case No: 16-cv-04617 $920,741.42 – Class Action for Improper Payment of […]
New Action filed in the Northern District of New York Jones v. The Montessori School of Kingston Inc., and Talat F. Mallick, individually Case No.: 5:00-at-99999 On June 5, 2018, Plaintiff, Ms. Jones filed a civil action lawsuit against The Montessori School of Kingston Inc. (“Montessori”), and Talat F. Mallick (“Mallick”). The complaint alleges as […]
New Collective Action filed in the Eastern District of New York Carillo v. Elonis Restaurant, Inc. d/b/a Landmark Diner, and John Tiglias, individually, and Thomas Tiglias, individually Case No.: 18-cv-03227 On June 1, 2018, Lead Plaintiff, Mr. Carillo, on behalf of himself, individually, and on behalf of all others similarly-situated, filed a collective action lawsuit […]
Most people understand the law protects people with disabilities. Laws provide protection for consumers just trying to live normal, healthy lives, as well as those who are employees. Employers are legally required to accommodate employees with disabilities. This includes people with physical disabilities, as well as mental health disabilities. If you’re coping with a diagnosed […]
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