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Misclassification occurs when an employer classifies an employee, in violation of New York state and federal law, as an independent contractor in order to save money. For employees, this places them in a position where they...

When a business terminates an employee, one risk that must be addressed head-on is the possibility of the former employee filing a wrongful termination claim. Protection against these wrongful termination claims is available...

Managing potential lawsuits stemming from employment relationships is a major challenge for New York City small businesses. Understanding the complex relationship between employee management and effective human resources...

New York employers are subject to some of the broadest anti-discrimination laws in the nation. A single complaint from an employee, past or present, can lead to an agency probe, a legal suit, and months of upheaval, all while...

Wage and hour disputes represent a major concern for businesses. Often overlooked, these employment disputes can result in major losses for a business. Those losses place the business in jeopardy of not being able to pay...