When someone falls behind on debt, creditors often look for legal methods to recover the outstanding debt. One common collection tool is wage garnishment, or the process of taking a portion of a person’s paycheck to satisfy a debt. But
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The New York City Law Blog, published by Katz Melinger PLLC, focuses on legal issues related to employment and civil litigation in New York and New Jersey. It covers topics such as workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour violations, wrongful termination, and employee rights under laws like the Earned Sick and Safe Time Act. The blog also addresses commercial collections, judgment enforcement, and related civil litigation matters. It provides guidance on recognizing and reporting workplace harassment, handling racial discrimination, and navigating legal strategies for both employees and employers.
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Are Business Assets Treated Differently Than Personal Assets in a Levy?
Business and personal assets may both be subject to levies to satisfy creditor judgments. The treatment of business versus personal assets in a levy depends primarily on the debtor’s business structure and ownership documentation rather than an inherent legal distinction…
Am I Eligible for Overtime Pay in New York? 2026 Salary Rules Explained
Your employer may sometimes expect you to put in additional time outside of your regular hours-even if they will not pay you for it. Or, perhaps they do compensate you for these hours, but not with the standard time-and-a-half expected…
What Are Fringe Benefits and How Do They Compare to Regular Benefits?
Fringe benefits are extra forms of compensation an employer provides in addition to your salary or hourly pay. Regular benefits are the standard benefits that make up the basic structure of most compensation packages. The main difference is simple: regular…
What Is Disparate Treatment?
Disparate treatment is a form of workplace discrimination that occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant less favorably because of race, gender, age, religion, or another protected characteristic. When an employer deliberately treats someone differently based on…
EEOC Guidelines: Criminal Records & Workplace Discrimination
Employees and job applicants often face unfair treatment when an employer misuses arrest or conviction information during the hiring process. At Katz Melinger PLLC, our employment lawyers represent workers whose rights are jeopardized by unlawful background-check practices and employment decisions.…
Katz Melinger PLLC Named One of the Fastest-Growing Law Firms in America
Katz Melinger PLLC is proud to announce that the firm has been recognized with the Law Firm 500 Award, ranking among the fastest-growing law firms in the United States. This honor reflects the trust our clients place in us, the…
How to Recognize Workplace Discrimination – 5 Steps to Take
The first step towards seeking justice is recognizing workplace discrimination. Signs of workplace discrimination can include: Unequal pay for similar work Disparities in promotions Isolation or exclusion Differential treatment Harassment or bullying targeted at employees from specific groups Negative performance…
Earned Sick and Safe Time Act (ESSTA): New Private Right of Action for NYC Workers
New York City has taken a significant step in strengthening workers’ rights by introducing a private right of action under the Earned Sick and Safe Time Act (ESSTA). This change allows employees to sue their employers directly in court…
How to Recognize and Report Workplace Harassment in NY and NJ
At Katz Melinger PLLC, we frequently hear from people experiencing or witnessing workplace harassment. Whether it’s verbal abuse, unwanted physical contact, or discriminatory behavior, workplace harassment can occur in many forms and leave you feeling vulnerable, confused, or afraid. We…