New York’s minimum wage changes each year. According to the New York Minimum Wage Act, the state minimum wage will increase incrementally each year until it reaches $15 per hour. For most of 2020, for example, the statewide minimum wage was $11.80. On December 31st, 2016, when the state originally enacted the law, the minimum…
Read MoreNo one deserves to face harassment in the workplace. If you notify your employer that you are experiencing harassment or another form or discrimination, he or she has a responsibility to correct the issue. Not all employers protect the interests of workers who experience harassment, however. If your employer ignores your request for help, you…
Read MoreNew York employers must adhere to specific wage and hour laws, especially laws surrounding overtime pay. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes guidelines for employers on how to calculate overtime based on the wages that each employee earns. Both salaried employees and hourly employees are eligible for overtime pay in certain circumstances. Federal Policies:…
Read MoreNo one deserves to lose their job for unlawful reasons. If you believe your former employer fired you on illegal grounds, you may qualify for compensation through a wrongful termination lawsuit—but the exact amount of compensation you may receive will depend on a number of factors. No two cases are the same, and certain circumstances…
Read MoreWorking as a construction worker can come with risks every day because of the nature of the job. Some days may be less risky than others, but the job overall involves a lot of working with various tools, climbing high places, and moving heavy objects. One mistake is all it takes to cause a personal injury….
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