Does a breach of employment contract by the employer nullify the contract?

Sure, he could sue you, but you could counter sue for nonpayment of wages. Being let go for lack of work and not being paid to boot could make any...

Your employer should work with you to provide a reasonable accommodation so that you can observe the Jewish holidays, i.e., working on Sundays to...

Is this termination clause enforceable?

Enforceability of such a clause cannot be determined out of context, that is, without knowing what the rest of the contract provides and the...

If an employer has a note from an employee's doctor for generalized anxiety, is this a "documented disability"?

I agree with my out-of-state colleagues. Consult with a local employment attorney to determine if you have a claim.

How to terminate an employee?

New York's Labor Law requires that you provide the employee with written notice of his or her last day of work and last day of benefits. You...

Is it a standard practice for an employer to ask the claimant of a sexual harassment claim to meet directly 1on 1 with accused.

I agree with Mr. Urba that it is not standard practice for the complainant to meet with the alleged harasser. In fact, that could be considered a...

Can my boss cut my hours because I'm pregnant?

No, your boss's actions appear to be illegal under New Jersey and federal law. You should consult with an employment attorney as soon as possible.

Am I getting legally underpaid?

You are likely entitled to overtime. It sounds like you are paid a weekly salary. Under FLSA, to calculate your overtime rate, you divide your...

Can my employer put me (and my team) on involuntary unpaid leave if I am salaried with an employment contract?

You should engage the services of an employment attorney to review your employment contract to determine whether or not an unpaid furlough breaches...

I have a non-compete with my old job. I was let go in march. Now my new job is asking me to work on a client in that industry.

It might, depending on the scope and enforceability of your non-compete. You should engage an employment attorney to review your non-compete and...