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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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Addressing Sexual Harassment at Work: Know Your Rights and Resources in NY
Sexual harassment can manifest in various ways, from unwelcome sexual advances and inappropriate remarks to physical assault and quid pro quo propositions. In New York State, you have legal protections under both state and federal laws against sexual harassment at…
Navigating Discrimination Claims: A Step-by-Step Guide for New York Employees
Workplace discrimination creates immense personal and professional hardships for those targeted. Recognizing when to take action and understanding the laws and regulations that govern these cases is important, but these rules are complex and involve federal, state, and even New…
Building a Strong Case in Wrongful Termination Lawsuits in New York
While New York is considered an “at-will” employment state, this does not shield employers from all liability when terminating an employee. Wrongful termination occurs when an employer violates specific laws, an employment contract, or established public policies in dismissing an…
US Supreme Court Lets Broad Array of Transport Workers Sidestep Arbitration
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Bissonnette’s lawsuit against LePage Bakeries is part of an ongoing tug-of-war between worker rights and business interests. Here’s a brief overview of the situation, the ruling, and how it affects transport workers. Ruling in…
Understanding Your Legal Protections Against Workplace Harassment in New York
Workplace harassment creates an environment of hostility, humiliation, and fear, and it violates not just an employee’s dignity but may also violate federal, state, and NYC law. New York state and NYC both offer especially robust protections for workers subject…
Could Truck Drivers Finally Receive Over-Time Pay?
The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938 sets the rules requiring overtime pay for many employees who work more than 40 hours per week. But in the almost 90 years since its passage, the FLSA has prevented most…
9 Rights You Have as an Employee
As an employee in New York or New Jersey, you have legal rights that protect you in the workplace. You also have specific rights as a NYC employee, and an employee rights lawyer familiar with all the state and local…
How Can You Prove Wrongful Termination?
Wrongful termination is all-too common, but in New Jersey and New York, the challenge lies in proving that the termination was not just unfair, but legally wrongful according to the complicated state and local laws at play. Working with a…
How Do You Report Sexual Harassment in New York and New Jersey?
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that unfortunately affects too many people in our area. If you find yourself in a situation where you are a victim of sexual harassment, there are some processes specific to New…