If I signed an NDA as a Paid Contractor, does the same NDA apply if I'm hired full time?

It depends on the language of the agreement. You should invest in a consultation with an attorney who will review the agreement with you to...

I am a full time employee, can a small business not offer me any paid sick or vacation days?

Beginning this month, if you work in New York City, your employer has five or more employees, and you were hired to work more than 80 hours a...

Which state's employment law applies if I live in WA, employer incorporated in Texas, and I worked in New Jersey?

Probably New Jersey, but a thorough review of your situation is required.

If you work for a franchise with a limited sales area, can a noncompete encompass areas outside of employers sales area?

Your question cannot be answered properly without a thorough review of your non-compete agreement in the context of the franchise's business.

Do I have to pay overtime to my employee?

Generally, any employee who is not exempt from overtime (i.e., executive, administrative or professional) must be paid overtime pay at the rate of...

Termination meeting without clarifying the reason for termination. Is this the right protocol?

You should invest in a consultation with an employment attorney to help you determine whether your employment termination was wrongful. Regarding...

First of all, there is no such thing as a 1099 employee. Either you are an independent contractor whose earnings are reported on a 1099, which...

Does this count as hostile work environment in NYC?

While such behavior is deplorable, it would only be actionable if it were based on your pregnancy or on some other protected characteristic, such...

OUR EMPLOYEE HANDED US A DOCTORS NOTE

I agree with the other attorneys who have responded. Your money will be well spent If you use experienced employment counsel to help you engage in...

Can a manager force an employee to change departments on the basis of an upcoming marriage to an employee in the same dept

You may have a claim for sexual orientation discrimination if opposite-sex married couples are not required to work in different departments. If...