As we have discussed in multiple blog posts, workplace discrimination laws are some of the most important employment protections afforded to workers. ... Read More
When do protections against age discrimination begin in New York?
Much of the baby-boom generation is approaching retirement age. In other words, a significant portion of the working population is growing "older." At ... Read More
Taking steps toward filing a sexual harassment claim
Employees who are being subjected to sexual harassment know when it's happening. Even though this kind of treatment makes employees uncomfortable and ... Read More
Misconceptions may be keeping unemployment for disabled afloat
The economic recovery over the last few years has been a very welcome improvement. Theoretically speaking, a growing economy creates a "rising tide to ... Read More
Understanding how FMLA protects pregnant employees
As federal law indicates, most employers cannot discriminate against employees simply because they are pregnant. This means that pregnant workers ... Read More
Despite progress, LGBT employment discrimination is still present
Over the last few years in particular, New York and the rest of the country have made strides in terms of advancing laws designed to support the ... Read More