Attorney answers questions on COVID-19 return to work concerns
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — As workers begin the transition back into work, the safety of themselves and their family remains a top concern. For Michelle Judd of Mattydale, this was a…
Bartender applicant doesn’t get job, wins ruling for consulting fees
A veteran area bartender applied for a job at Orchard Tavern West in Guilderland. He didn’t get it. But he did win a judgment against the bar in small-claims court, because the…
Tully Rinckey Announces New Equity Partner Class of 11
Tully Rinckey Announces New Equity Partner Class of 11 January 23, 2020 – Albany, N.Y. – On January 2, 2020, the firm promoted 11 existing Partners to Equity Partner…
Pay equity: Employers should be proactive in seeking new ways to fairly compensate employees, prevent bias
So much for breaking through the glass ceiling. Employers today, in some cases, are still paying men more than women with similar experience who perform similar duties, while many…
New laws aim to protect transgender New Yorkers, criminalize certain offenses
Of the approximately 1.4 million people in the United States who identify as transgender, according to a recent study, many have experienced harassment or assault at school and…
Debate over Uber, Lyft driver pay highlights discrepancies between definitions of ‘employee,’ ‘independent contractor’
Uber, Lyft and other for-hire vehicle (FHV) rides in New York City are going to cost more starting in January. The fare increase brings to light a larger employment issue that…
EEOC expands rule to help those with disabilities obtain jobs in federal government
Although a growing number of disabled Americans are finding jobs, disabilities continue to be an obstacle to obtaining employment for many. The unemployment rate among disabled…
Telecommuting and Employment Law
According to the 2017 State of Telecommuting in the U.S. Employee Workforce Report, nearly 4 million U.S. employees – almost 3 percent of the U.S. labor force – work from home…
Proposed ADA Amendment Gives Employers Time to Respond
Let’s say a company hires a wheelchair-bound employee. The building is equipped with a ramp to the front door and an elevator. However, there is no handicap-accessible bathroom…