Discussions of sexual harassment often focus on scenarios featuring an uneven power dynamic. When the owner of a business or the supervisor of an employee is the one harassing a worker, there's often little question about the right of that employee to take legal...
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Issues to look for before you sign a severance agreement
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Feb 23, 2023 | Employee Rights
After learning that your employment has ended, you may feel comforted if your employer offers you a severance package. A generous package could help to support you until you find a new job. Unfortunately, some severance agreements look great on paper but may...
2 common reasons for workplace retaliation
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Feb 22, 2023 | Employee Rights
Workers across the state of New York have a host of legal rights at their disposal. For example, they have the right to be paid at least the minimum wage. They are also entitled to work in an environment that is free from discrimination or harassment. In some...
DYK: Hairstyle discrimination is illegal in New York?
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Feb 14, 2023 | Workplace Discrimination
The United States is a country that embraces people from all different cultures. For some, hairstyle is an important trait and employers should be respectful of this attribute. In New York, failing to respect these is a form of discrimination. In New...
Workplace retaliation: what is it and what are the signs?
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Jan 17, 2023 | Employee Rights
Every workplace has its fair share of challenges. When employees report their employers for illegal activity like harassment, discrimination or fraud, or if they file a worker’s compensation claim, they should not face any type of negative action. The same state and...
What is the biggest type of theft in America?
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Jan 5, 2023 | Wage And Hour Claims
When many people think about theft in America, they consider stories frequently profiled on television. Maybe they imagine people breaking into a jewelry store, for example, or robbing a bank. Maybe they just think of your average home invasion where someone’s...
Why your employment classification matters to you as a worker
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Dec 27, 2022 | Wage And Hour Claims
As an employee, you have certain rights under the law. And, the nature of your employment arrangement determines those protections. The average worker has the right to certain wage expectations, including receiving the state's minimum wage and also overtime pay. They...
Restaurant servers: targets of sexual harassment
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Dec 9, 2022 | Sexual Harassment At Work
Sexual harassment can happen in any line of work. Yet, reports show that employees in the restaurant industry file more claims than in any other industry. What could explain this statistic? Here is what the report suggests: There's a very high percentage of female...
FAQ about overtime pay in New York
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Dec 8, 2022 | Wage And Hour Claims
If you work in the state of New York, the overtime rules may be somewhat confusing. Below are some common questions from employees regarding New York’s overtime laws. What can I do if my company doesn’t pay the overtime they owe me? Go to your nearest Department of...
4 ways to protect yourself from online harassment from coworkers
On Behalf of Kessler Matura P.C. | Dec 7, 2022 | Workplace Discrimination
Many people face unlawful harassment at work for a variety of reasons: age, race, disability, gender or sexual orientation. While harassment is often confined to work hours, some harassers feel the need to follow their colleagues wherever they go, like social media....
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