The Second Circuit recently ruled in Fratello v. Archdiocese of New York, et. al. that ministers are barred from bringing employment discrimination...
Employment Law
Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
As seen in recent news, sexual harassment allegations seem to be a continuing issue for employers, despite their initiatives to prevent such claims....
Regulations Regarding the New York Family Leave Law
As reported in a prior Newsletter, New York State is mandating paid family leave for all employees. The New York Paid Family Leave Benefits Law...
NYC Prohibits Pay History Questions
The New York City Council passed a law, which will become effective 180 days after it is signed by Mayor Bill de Blasio, that prevents employers...
Emotional Damages Granted in FLSA Suit
The Fifth Circuit, which includes Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, recently held that employees who file a claim under the Fair Labor Standards...
Employer Notice for FMLA Leave
Under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employees are required to provide their employer with notice that they need to take a leave that may be...
NYC Provides Protections for Freelancers
In October 2016, the New York City Council passed the Freelance Isn’t Free Act, which protects freelancers from late or insufficient payment made by...
Are Shorter Workweeks the Way of the Future?
Fostering an environment that promotes a solid work-life balance has been a goal of progressive employers for years. The average American employee...
EEOC Reports Workplace Discrimination Charge Trends
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the agency charged with enforcing federal anti-discrimination laws in the workplace. The laws...
Final Rule Grants Overtime to Millions of Workers
Today, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) announced its long-awaited Final Rule. The new regulation redefines American workers who are...
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