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Employers have a legal obligation to provide reasonable accommodations for employees who have disabilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) works to ensure that individuals have what they need to perform essential job duties, despite having different...
New York employees have specific rights under the Creating a Respectful Open World for Natural Hair Act, which is known as the CROWN Act. This is a powerful protection for men and women of color because it sets strict standards that prevent hair-based discrimination. ...
Estate planning might not be the most thrilling topic to discuss, but it's a vital conversation that can save your loved ones a lot of stress and confusion in the future. Without it, you risk leaving behind a legacy of legal battles and strained relationships. This...
You may experience feelings of being undervalued at work after becoming pregnant. You might not receive the same opportunities or consideration as your colleagues. This is not just wrong. It's against the law. In New York, pregnant workers have rights at work. Here...
As an employer, you generally can set up a dress code if you want. Some companies do this to create a better work environment. In other cases, it’s to assist consumers—for example, a store that requires all employees to wear the same type of polo shirt so that...
Quid pro quo is a Latin phrase. Strictly translated, it means “something for something.” This term has been used for centuries, and it is most commonly applied in the United States today in reference to sexual harassment cases. In this context, it often means that the...
If you die with or without a will and your estate includes property outside New York, your loved ones must go through a separate probate proceeding in each state where the property is located. This is known as ancillary probate, which can be expensive and...
New York employers are legally required to provide reasonable workplace accommodations to support employees facing physical, mental or other challenges that may prevent them from performing their essential job functions. This aims to foster an inclusive work...
Employment discrimination can happen at any stage of employment. You may experience unlawful conduct during an interview. State and federal laws prohibit employers from asking certain questions during interviews. These include: Questions about your identity It can be...
Workplace romances are not a new thing, and as long as the involved parties consent to the arrangement, then there is no big deal about it. However, it becomes an issue when one party starts feeling harassed by constant, unwanted sexual advances. If you are facing...