The COVID-19 pandemic forced workplace adjustments that many employers have chosen to continue. Remote work is one of those adjustments. Many people wonder how this may affect hours worked and New York’s protections for overtime pay. Our Syrause unpaid wages claims attorney from Gattuso & Ciotoli, PLLC believes in your right to receive overtime pay, and the…
Read MoreWhen you get a job, even if you enjoy it, you work for a paycheck. In New York, you are protected by minimum wage standards. This is a state and federal requirement that cannot meet exceptions. You may be entitled to legal action or compensation if your employer is not paying this legally mandated minimum….
Read MoreRunning a business is not easy. On top of daily operations tasks, you also need to ensure your administrative responsibilities are taken care of. When hiring employees, classifying them correctly is crucial if you hope to avoid sanctions and other penalties. Classifying your employees correctly from the start is crucial to ensure you are in…
Read MoreThe laws in New York are clear. A person who works more than the set number of normal hours per week is entitled to additional compensation through overtime pay. In some situations, not paying that overtime can lead to wage theft, meaning the employer was not paying employees the fair compensation owed. Consider the role…
Read MoreEmployees have the right to clear and transparent wages. In situations where you feel you were not paid as you should, it is your right to ask for clarification and seek legal action if you need to do so. Proving wage and hour violations in New York can seem challenging if you do not have…
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