If you are at a high risk for contracting COVID, your employer had an obligation to attempt to find a reasonable accommodation that will protect...

Paper trail to justify termination after revealing pregnancy?

Based on the facts you present here, this sounds like pregnancy discrimination, which is illegal under both NY and federal law. You therefore could...

While suspension pending an investigation is standard practice and generally not considered a termination, it is usually with pay. In addition,...

You are entitled to paid time off for this under federal and NY law. You should invest in a private consultation with an employment attorney...

Can my employer change my hours and supervisor while I’m on maternity leave?

If your employer is covered by the federal Family and Medical Leave Act and/or the NJ Family Leave Act, you should be returned to a comparable...

Which state lawyer to consult for reviewing general release document?

I agree with my colleague Mr. Nisar. In addition, the agreement should have a jurisdiction and venue clause, where it tells you which state’s law...

NYC Dad was laid off for "down sizing company" with notice: 2 week severance pay and 4 week to vacate is this enough pay by law?

There is no legal requirement to pay any severance. However, it may be wise for your employer to pay you severance if you have any potential legal...

do I have a case of age discrimination?

If you are let go, you should consult privately with an employment attorney licensed in New York to help you determine if you were discriminated...

Sounds like you need an employment lawyer.

If this were severance, you would be entitled to collect your full unemployment benefit so long as you receive the payment from your employer at...