Every person deserves to feel respected and secure while they are performing their jobs. Unfortunately, not all work environments are safe or welcoming. A hostile work environment can significantly impact your professional success, mental wellbeing, and overall health. Identifying a toxic work environment can be difficult, but there are telltale signs of hostility. What Is…
Read MoreEmployers in New York can legally provide negative job references as long as the information they share is truthful. However, if a former employer knowingly makes false statements that damage an employee’s reputation or job prospects, the employee may have grounds for a defamation lawsuit. Victims of false references may be able to recover compensation…
Read MoreEmployers in New York may suspend employees for legitimate reasons such as misconduct, policy violations, attendance issues, or poor performance. However, a suspension may be considered wrongful if it is based on discrimination, retaliation, or another unlawful motive. Employees who believe they were unfairly suspended may have legal options, including filing a claim or negotiating…
Read MoreIn the United States, it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against any prospective or current employee based on certain protected characteristics, such as race, gender, disability, and religion. Unfortunately, not all employers adhere to these rules—especially during the interview process. During a job interview, an employer may ask inappropriate questions or decide not…
Read MoreSexual harassment refers to any act of harassment based on a person’s sex. These actions may include unwelcome sexual advances, offensive comments, requests for inappropriate favors, or other sexually-charged acts of physical or verbal harassment. For restaurant workers, sexual harassment is especially prevalent—and recent trends suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic may be exacerbating these events….
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