Employment Law Firm Services
- Advising on compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations relating to discrimination, harassment and retaliation, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA).
- Counseling on attendance, leave and accommodation issues, including development and application of policies pertaining to the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), state/local leave laws and workers’ compensation laws.
- Providing guidance on federal, state, and local wage and hour issues such as overtime, DOL audits and regulations, intern rules, independent contractor agreements, commission schedules and FLSA regulations.
- Developing and implementing federally mandated policies, including Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity policies.
Halpern & Scrom provides the employment law services you need to maintain a safe and compliant environment. To learn more about our employment law firm services, click on the topic you want to learn more about from the selection below:
New York Annual Wage Notice Officially Eliminated
Jan 5, 2015
Last week, Governor Cuomo finally signed a bill into law that amends the Wage Theft Prevention Act (“WTPA”), six months after it was passed by the...
Minimum Wage Increases for 2015
Dec 18, 2014
Although the federal minimum wage remains stagnant, state and local governments continue to raise their minimum wages. Here is a list of minimum...
Payment For Activities Employees Perform Before and After Work
Dec 18, 2014
Whether concerned about safety or theft, some employers are requiring employees to undergo mandatory security screenings both before and after work....
The Legal Pitfalls of a Holiday Party
Nov 25, 2014
The holiday season is quickly approaching and many organizations are planning their office celebrations. There are an increasing number of legal...
When Handling a Negative Review
Nov 10, 2014
Refraining from retaliating, and being responsive to criticism can mitigate the effects of a negative review. When building your company’s online presence, maintain a consistent voice.
New Jersey Bans the Box
Sep 23, 2014
New Jersey recently passed a law prohibiting employers from asking interviewees about their criminal history. The new regulation applies to most...
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