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Staying apprised of ever-evolving workplace discrimination laws can be a daunting task for employers. The legal landscape is continuously shifting, with new regulations and amendments being introduced regularly. Employers must stay vigilant and informed to ensure that their policies and…
Sexual harassment in the workplace remains a largely widespread yet underreported problem. While it is illegal and harmful, a good number of victims don’t come forward for various reasons. This silence can have lasting consequences on their career and overall…
Misclassifying workers as independent contractors instead of employees is more than just a technical error. What may initially seem like a minor oversight can result in significant legal and financial consequences for the employer. One of the risks of employee…
Workplace retaliation occurs when your employer takes negative actions against you for engaging in legally protected activities, such as reporting discrimination, harassment or unsafe working conditions. It is against the law for employers to do this, and knowing the steps…
Many individuals believe that once their estate planning documents are in place, they can set them aside and forget about them. However, it’s not the case. Your estate plans should change as your life circumstances change. Otherwise, you risk various…
If you’re creating an estate plan, you need to determine what options you should use to pass assets down to your beneficiaries. One of these is a trust, which is a legal tool that holds your assets until you pass…
There are many things that a person can’t control about themselves. Some of these are protected by laws. One that some individuals may not realize is protected is a person’s natural hair. This means that employees can’t be discriminated against…
If you have a minor child, it’s crucial to draft a guardianship designation when estate planning to plan their future. With this document, you can name a party that will raise your child when you are unable to. Below are…
National origin is one of the protected classes in New York. Employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees or job applicants based on national origin. Here is what to know about this type of discrimination: What is it? You are discriminated against…
Do you work from home? Unlike working in an office building, you likely get to wear what you want, take breaks when you want and have little contact with your co-workers. It may be a luxury that you do not…
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