An attractive element of filing a workplace discrimination or harassment complaint in New York is the option of settling the matter confidentially. Victims (and even employers) wishing to avoid the spotlight in such cases appreciated the ability to resolve the...
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3 ways to document your workplace discrimination
Workplace discrimination can be a traumatic experience. However, it is often a difficult process to try and explain to others. Often, coworkers may not notice any harassment you are facing. As a result, it is important to find ways of expressing your experience so...
Study: Wage theft increases when employers fall short on forecasts
Tough times call for tough measures. However, that never means cheating employees out of their hard-earned wages. Unfortunately, that seems to be the “default” option for a lot of companies when they’re desperate to make their financial forecasts a reality. A new...
Subtle age discrimination in New York
Job skill and experience often come with age. An older worker often possesses insight into a specific job that a younger worker may have yet to master. Sadly, employers in different industries all across the state discriminate against older workers in many ways....
Labor board overturns New York nurse’s wrongful termination
When retaliation is used as a basis for firing a worker, that worker may be able to hold their employer responsible. A recent case-in-point involving an operating room nurse in New York highlights such a real-life instance. The New York-Presbyterian Hudson Valley...
Top excuses for sexual harassment in the workplace
If you’re facing sexual harassment in the workplace, it can be highly detrimental to your career and your mental and emotional state. It feels unfair that you have to deal with this type of hostile workplace environment, and you may decide to speak up and put an end...
Sexual harassment in the rising brewing industry
The past 20 years have been a fruitful time for anyone who loves beer. Gone are the days when the only selections available were mass-produced, national brands that just aren't very interesting. Today, states from New York to Oregon seems to be home to thriving...
Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace: What you need to know
Most employees in every state, including New York state, are protected from workplace discrimination. While laws are in place to protect workers, employers still frequently discriminate against workers of every class. This includes pregnant employees. Understanding...
Is someone gaslighting you about discrimination?
You know you’ve experienced discrimination in the workplace. When you bring it up, though, your boss tells you that what you’re reporting never happened. They could claim to have no memory of the event. They could ask you if you’re making it up. They may just claim...
No pay increase for New York’s most valuable front line workers
Many workers in New York hoped for good news regarding a potential raise in the state’s latest budget, but the wage hike did not occur. It was a discomforting blow for many workers. Those in home health care would have benefited significantly from the increase. Many...
