Prospective employers are requiring applicants to sign appications releasing employers from any liability on reference checks

In New York, an employer can be sued for libel and slander if they lie about the reason an employee was let go. That is why most companies have a...

Under New York law, you are entitled to your vacation pay, but not accumulated sick time. You will also not be entitled to unemployment.

Can I sue after 10months of being laid off and accepting the package?

You should be able to apply for the open position, unless you signed a severance agreement that states that you agree not to seek employment with...

Can you be let go while on disability..

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides workers with 120 days of sick leave per year. You can not be fired if you return to work before...

I was injured on the job and am missing 1 week of work. Can workman's comp, or my employer be required to cover short absences?

Injuries at work are covered by workers comp, but only after the first week of missing work. Of course, some employers provide sick days, but it...

Dure to pregrany can a employer take back a monthly stipend given to employee for addition work done

Pregnancy is considered a medical condition that is protected under State, City and Federal discrimination laws. It is illegal for your boss to...

What are implications of signing a waiver agreement in exchange for a significant severance package from former employer?

The employer may want to offer a severance package for the same reason you are questioning if you should accept it. Your employer may be wondering...

I've been working off the books for a year and a half. My husband and I just got fired for no reason. Do I have any rights?

You should find a lawyer who handles overtime cases. In general, you are entitled to both overtime and unemployment benefits whether you are on...

Can Article 78 be applied to a major Union legal decision regarding an election process?

If this is an internal union election, you should check the union constitution. It may provide for review if you complain to the international. ...

I am on unemployment and have been offered a job that pays me as a company.

If you have a business, you are not entitled to unemployment, whether or not you are making money at it.