As an employee, you have the right to report health and safety violations without fear of retaliation from your employer. Many states have whistleblower laws in place to protect employees—including New York. In 2022, New York expanded protections for whistleblowers across the state. If you want to report an act of wrongdoing at your workplace,…
Read MoreThere are many situations in our lives where we will need to take time away from work. Caring for a sick family member, welcoming a new child into the world, or recovering from a serious health condition are a few examples. Under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), you may be eligible for…
Read MoreAfter you have been laid off or fired from a job, you may wonder about your finances. Without a regular wage, it can be difficult to pay bills, buy food, or make rent. However, many New York employers offer severance packages to ease this financial burden. Severance packages provide some compensation and benefits usually equal…
Read MoreIn the United States, it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against any prospective or current employee based on certain protected characteristics, such as race, gender, disability, and religion. Unfortunately, not all employers adhere to these rules—especially during the interview process. During a job interview, an employer may ask inappropriate questions or decide not…
Read MoreSexual harassment refers to any act of harassment based on a person’s sex. These actions may include unwelcome sexual advances, offensive comments, requests for inappropriate favors, or other sexually-charged acts of physical or verbal harassment. For restaurant workers, sexual harassment is especially prevalent—and recent trends suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic may be exacerbating these events….
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