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There is a federal law on the books called the Fair Labor Standards Act that protects your right to receive pay that is commensurate with the work that you do. Without a law such as this, it would be easier for employers to cheat you out of the pay that you deserve. ...
One of the most important—and complicated—steps that homebuyers must make is applying for a mortgage. A mortgage is a legal agreement regarding the home loan. It assures the bank, or any other lender, that the homeowner will repay their loan. Applying for a mortgage...
Lawmakers and news sources alike proclaimed that New York was the first state to establish a $15 minimum wage—which is now the highest in the country. And while raising the minimum wage is a significant benefit for many workers, it may not affect everyone the same....
A judge in New Jersey’s federal district court recently refused to dismiss a case filed under the Federal Labor Standards Act (FLSA), even though the parties appear to have settled. The case, Kessler v. Joarder Props., LLC, highlights an interesting aspect of cases...
Gender discrimination in the workplace is unfair treatment of an individual based on gender. Over 40% of women reported that they have faced gender discrimination in the workplace compared to 20% of men. Examples of workplace discrimination based on gender may...
A bill passed in the New York legislature focused on protecting against deceptive practices by reverse mortgage lenders is headed for the Governor’s desk. By reinforcing what many lenders in the business are already doing, lawmakers aim to formalize rules that will...
A judge in New York’s Eastern district recently dismissed claims by employees of an armored truck company that their employer was violating federal overtime laws. The court found that because the employees’ job duties fell under the FLSA’s Motor Carrier Exemption,...
Buying or selling real estate is often the biggest transaction someone is a party to in their everyday life. The purchase price may already lead to sticker shock, only for someone to realize there are additional fees to be paid. What fees can buyers and sellers expect...
Many thinking of taking out their first mortgage have heard the phrase “loan-to-value” or “LTV.” With significant assets on the line, it is important for home buyers to understand this risk assessment tool. The Loan-to-Value ratio is often used to set the down payment...
Numerous workers across the country experience wage theft – whether it is through minimum wage violations, failure to pay overtime, or tipping issues. However, while the Fair Labor Standards Act gives employees an avenue to hold their employers liable for unpaid...
