Employers are barred from using your genetic information or family medical history against you. This post explains the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, what employers cannot do, and how this protection matters as genetic testing becomes more common.
Most employees who work in New York City earn paid sick and safe leave they can use for illness, caregiving, or safety needs related to domestic violence. This post explains who is covered, how leave accrues, and what to do if your employer denies it.
The way you ask for a workplace accommodation can shape both the outcome and any future legal claim. This post walks through how to make a clear, documented request and how to handle an employer that drags its feet or refuses.
A severance agreement can include far more than a check. It often asks you to waive legal claims, agree to confidentiality, and accept restrictions on future work. This post explains the key terms to examine and why you should not sign under pressure.
Whether you are an employee or an independent contractor decides your rights to wages, overtime, and benefits. New Jersey uses the strict ABC test to make that call. This post explains the test and what to do if you have been misclassified.
