There are strict criteria for when a "manager" is truly exempt, and therefore not entitled to mandatory overtime, versus "managers" who don't...

What you describe is not legal in New York.

If you truly believed the items were discarded, you can argue that you lacked criminal intent. You should contact a criminal defense attorney.

Not necessarily. These are very difficult cases for employers, but based on the limited information provided in your question, it appears that the...

What you are describing sounds unlawful. If your employer requires you to attend a work meeting, and you're not exempt (which depends upon the...

This question can't be answered without details about the nature of your job, whether you work independently, that amount of our compensation, and...

No, he's not allowed to do that. It was be unlawful deduction from your pay.

One of things you want to avoid is inconsistent treatment of employees. You don't want employee A claiming that he or she was discriminated...

It sounds like your understanding of the law is solid. I agree that NY law probably applies. And the professional exemption probably does not...

If they've been keeping employee's tips for themselves, they probably owe you compensatory damages equal to what they've taken, plus liquidated...