Discrimination is a pervasive, troubling issue in every state and industry. And while it is something that workers have experienced for many years, discrimination is a subject that is particularly visible right now. Recently, for instance, the Department of Labor...
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What to know about partition actions
Owning a home in New York can be a lucrative investment. And because property ownership can be at such a premium, not every person who owns real estate in New York is the sole owner of the property. There are many people who purchase property with a friend or partner,...
Sexual harassment in the halls of power: New York staffers speak out
It's disturbing, to say the least, any time sexual harassment happens at work or anywhere else. But it's especially pernicious when bosses and other people in positions of power try to wield their power in a sexual way. Do they think they're being subtle? Powerful and...
Sponsor agencies agree to $65.5 million for underpaid au pairs
Quality, affordable childcare can be very difficult to find in New York. As such, many people favor the idea of welcoming an au pair into their home. Au pairs, unlike nannies and other childcare providers, are usually young women who live in foreign countries but have...
What should I do if my employer owes me unpaid overtime?
Proper compensation is something every worker in New York deserves. And whether you are an employee, contractor or another type of worker, you have the right to take action if you are not receiving appropriate wages. However, many workers do not know what to do if...
The challenges of finding the right lot for a custom-built home
Finding the right home isn’t always easy. Sometimes, what a buyer is looking for simply isn’t on the market in the region he or she wants to live. One option some individuals turn to when they encounter this problem is to create the home they want by having a...
What is a non-recourse loan?
Buying a home or any other piece of real estate is a huge investment for a family or an investor on Long Island. In fact, all but the very wealthiest New York state residents will need to take out some sort of loan to acquire even a modest property. As a result, the...
Former aide accuses supervisor of harassment and assault
The Huntington Town Supervisor, formerly a state assemblyman, has been accused of sexual harassment and assault by his former aide. Harassment started right away Brian Finnegan worked for Supervisor Chad Lupinacci while he represented District 10. Finnegan worked for...
Does the FLSA require breaks?
Workers have many rights under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Does this include rights to breaks at work? For most types of breaks, the answer is no. The FLSA does not require employers to give general rest breaks. It also doesn’t give employees rights to meal breaks....
Protecting minor workers in New York
Whether a teenager wants or needs to work, it is crucial for them, their parents and their employers to understand the strict rules in place for hiring minors. Not only is there the federal Fair Labor Standards Act in place, but New York has some of the strictest...