by Peter A. Romero | Jul 21, 2022 | New York Family Leaves: Employee’s Rights
What leaves are permitted for family members? Taking family leaves is a right that employees have through both federal and New York State laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Based on federal law, employers with 50 employees, who worked for 20 weeks in the...
by Peter A. Romero | Jun 14, 2022 | NYS Work Schedule Rights for Employees
What work schedule rights do you have? Work schedule rights for employees fall under NY State laws. As an employee, you may wonder what your rights are regarding work schedules. Employees Rights under NYS Laws Special laws apply to minors, individuals younger than 18...
by Peter A. Romero | May 28, 2022 | Further Protection Against Retaliation
Prohibitions for Retaliation Extend to Leaked Personnel Files In March 2022, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law that broadened employees’ protection against retaliation. New York laws protect employees who file discrimination or harassment...
by Peter A. Romero | Apr 19, 2022 | Social Media Privacy in the Workplace
Is it legal for your employer to access your social media? There is no New York State law that protects social media privacy in the workplace. This is especially true if you are using a company computer, mobile device or other company device with an internet...
by Peter A. Romero | Mar 28, 2022 | Rights in Employment Interviews and the Workplace
Are there questions your prospective employer or employer should not ask? New York law protects your rights in employment interviews and the workplace under New York State Human Rights Law. It is wise to know your rights so you can recognize discrimination, should the...
