Am I entitled to overtime pay ?

Under New York law, the responsibilities and level of decision-making required for you to be exempt from overtime pay are similar to federal law....

Can I be forced to wear a mask even during this covid ordeal if the mask flares up my asthma attacks?

You should get a note from your doctor and present it to your employer, who will then be required to discuss with you whether there is a reasonable...

Can I require my staff get tested for Covid before coming back?

Yes, you are allowed to require that before returning to work all your employees receive a negative Covid test result. What you should not do is...

If after 8 week PPP is up, if im furloughed again, will NY UI let me resume claiming benefits?

You should be eligible for unemployment benefits if you’re furloughed a second time.

If your original job pays less than your current job and you do step down to take it, then you should expect a pay cut. However, you should ask...

For what type of unemployment help, I'm eligible in NYC UI or PUA or both?

You must apply for UI first and if denied, then you can apply for PUA.

Any money you make, even if it's through your LLC, has to be reported to unemployment. However, you may still collect unemployment if you work...

I got a job offer and accepted it but never got boarded What rights do I have?

You are eligible for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance if the job doesn't materialize at all or if your start date is delayed. You have to apply...

Because of COVID-19 can I Quarantine myself.

You can self-quarantine and receive benefits for up to 80 hours if you work full time, or the 10-day equivalent of your part-time hours, under...

By law, your employer is required to engage with you in what is called "the interactive process" to determine whether it can provide a reasonable...