Is it legal for a company to run multiple background checks within a year?

I do not know of any law limiting the number of background checks that can be conducted. There is a cost to the company each time, but if they...

You need to disclose the conviction if they ask, but it would be illegal for them to refuse to hire you because of it. As far as your full time...

Unemployment

It sounds like you should be entitled to collect unemployment. In fact, your old company is going to be surprised to learn that they have to pay a...

Can an employer discriminate me from getting hired cuz of a misdemeanor?

It is illegal in New York to refuse to hire someone because of a criminal conviction unless the conviction is somehow related to the job. For...

Can I use a secret voice recorder at the workplace?

Although not technically illegal in New York, such a practice is unethical, and may be prohibited by your company. Even if not prohibited, your...

I need the legal definition of a hospitality manger in NY State - what specifics define the role?

Your boss is entitled to assign whatever tasks he wants you to be responsible for, or not assign you whatever responsibility he does not want you...

Can an employer exclude an employee from a company-wide bonus?

A bonus is up to the discretion of the company. However, if there is a formula for determining the amount of the bonus, and your girlfriend...

Personal injury/ Labor Law claims, and limitation period

If this is a general question for information only, or for school, you may find answers at the library of your nearest court house or law school. ...

Is it legal to dock an employees pay for damage they cause

No, it is illegal in New York. You can suspend an employee and not pay them for the time they are not allowed to work. But proper practice would...

I want to quit my job & be compensated either by the company or unemployment?

The short answer is that if you quit, you don't collect, but if you're fired, you do. You are in a situation where the boss may want you to quit. ...