At Katz Melinger PLLC, we often encounter clients who are grappling with racial discrimination in their workplace. This can manifest in various forms, such as unequal treatment or harassment based on race. We understand the emotional toll and professional challenges that arise when facing racial discrimination, and we’re here to guide you through the process
Katz Melinger PLLC Blogs
Blog Authors
Latest from Katz Melinger PLLC
How to Recognize and Report Workplace Harassment in NY and NJ
At Katz Melinger PLLC, we frequently hear from people experiencing or witnessing workplace harassment. Whether it’s verbal abuse, unwanted physical contact, or discriminatory behavior, workplace harassment can occur in many forms and leave you feeling vulnerable, confused, or afraid. We understand the courage it takes to speak up, and the concerns you may have about…
Addressing Sexual Harassment at Work: Know Your Rights and Resources in NY
Sexual harassment can manifest in various ways, from unwelcome sexual advances and inappropriate remarks to physical assault and quid pro quo propositions. In New York State, you have legal protections under both state and federal laws against sexual harassment at work. An employment lawyer in New York can help you understand your rights, and get…
Navigating Discrimination Claims: A Step-by-Step Guide for New York Employees
Workplace discrimination creates immense personal and professional hardships for those targeted. Recognizing when to take action and understanding the laws and regulations that govern these cases is important, but these rules are complex and involve federal, state, and even New York City-specific regulations. Working with an employment lawyer in New York is important to ensure…
Building a Strong Case in Wrongful Termination Lawsuits in New York
While New York is considered an “at-will” employment state, this does not shield employers from all liability when terminating an employee. Wrongful termination occurs when an employer violates specific laws, an employment contract, or established public policies in dismissing an employee. If you work in New York and believe you were the victim of wrongful…
US Supreme Court Lets Broad Array of Transport Workers Sidestep Arbitration
The Supreme Court’s ruling in Bissonnette’s lawsuit against LePage Bakeries is part of an ongoing tug-of-war between worker rights and business interests. Here’s a brief overview of the situation, the ruling, and how it affects transport workers. Ruling in Favor of Transportation Workers On April 12, 2024, the US Supreme Court issued a unanimous…
Understanding Your Legal Protections Against Workplace Harassment in New York
Workplace harassment creates an environment of hostility, humiliation, and fear, and it violates not just an employee’s dignity but may also violate federal, state, and NYC law. New York state and NYC both offer especially robust protections for workers subject to harassment, and an employment lawyer in New York can help defend your rights by…
Could Truck Drivers Finally Receive Over-Time Pay?
The federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938 sets the rules requiring overtime pay for many employees who work more than 40 hours per week. But in the almost 90 years since its passage, the FLSA has prevented most truck drivers from receiving overtime pay. This could finally change however, as lawmakers in both…
9 Rights You Have as an Employee
As an employee in New York or New Jersey, you have legal rights that protect you in the workplace. You also have specific rights as a NYC employee, and an employee rights lawyer familiar with all the state and local laws is the best situated to help you fight for your rights and for fair…
How Can You Prove Wrongful Termination?
Wrongful termination is all-too common, but in New Jersey and New York, the challenge lies in proving that the termination was not just unfair, but legally wrongful according to the complicated state and local laws at play. Working with a qualified wrongful termination lawyer in NYC is important in proving your claim. Step 1: Laying…