My employer called me in to office and i got let go because of job elimination after a review of staffing and business needs

You should retain an employment attorney to review your severance package and negotiate on your behalf you sign anything.

I was laid off and my employer owes me commissions. Should I file a complaint with the State Labor Department?

Yes, you should file a complaint with the New York State Department of Labor. Employers are required to pay commissions within five business days...

Employment Law

If you had health insurance with your former employer, you should have received notice of your option to elect continuation coverage. Otherwise,...

Is it legal for my employer to classify commissions this way?

To answer your question I would need to review your employment agreement in detail and also learn from you how your employer has paid you (and...

Is there a conflict to collecting unemployment and working part time?

You can work up to 32 hours a week and still collect unemployment if your wages are less than 20 percent more than your weekly unemployment...

I agree with the other attorneys who responded that a non-compete without any duration is unenforceable. However, as one of the other attorneys...

Did my boss violate HIPAA by informing my co-workers as to why I was going to be out on short term disability?

She probably violated both HIPAA and the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, unless you can prove damages, it is unlikely that you have a claim.

Employer is asking for H1b fees as I am leaving the company

You cannot be required to pay the fee your employer paid to CIS, but you may be required to pay any other expenses your employer incurred to...

Can I get in trouble by recommending a friend for a job opportunity to HR and in return I will request sexual favors?

This could be deemed quid pro quo sexual harassment, as your recommendation would be a potential employment benefit being offered in exchange for...

My employee is terminating an employee agreement signed by her and seeking a position with end client.

I have experience working with employers on non-compete issues and would be happy to work with you on this.