Are You at Risk? New Audit Reveals Lack of Student Data Privacy Oversight
Student data and privacy is protected at school, right? Not so fast. While technology has long been commonplace in schools throughout the country, the largest school district in…
Are You Being Paid Fairly? What to Know about the Fair Labor Standards Act
Did you know that employees in all U.S. states are protected under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) regarding their pay, in addition to specific protections provided on…
New Rule Could Have Wide-Ranging Impact on Businesses, Workers
A new proposed rule from Department of Labor (DOL) would address joint employer status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and could have a wide-ranging impact on…
What to Do as a DoD Civilian Employee if Your Collective Bargaining Rights Are Stripped
The Department of Defense’s recent sweeping move to terminate most collective bargaining agreements is creating immediate uncertainty for hundreds of thousands of civilian…
What Divorced or Separated Parents Concerned About Paying for Their Child’s College Education Need to Know
One of the most significant events in a young person’s life is the decision to go to college. However, if you are a divorced or separated parent, you might be uncertain about…
What to Know About Dividing Marital Property in New York State
In New York state, marital property is determined according to the rules of “equitable distribution,” which requires marital property to be divided along lines that are…
New Law Bans Consumer Credit Checks for Employees, Prospective Employees in New York State
With “little to no evidence” indicating a correlation between credit history and job performance, a new law will ban employers, labor organizations or employment agencies from…
Seven Steps for a Successful Split in New York
Splitting up with your spouse? Filing for divorce in New York can be a complex and difficult process. To navigate the journey successfully, it’s important to understand the…
How Can the MSPB Help Me as a Federal Employee?
Are you a federal employee dealing with an adverse employment issue? If so, the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB, or Board) may be able to help provide relief. But to…
What Employees Need to Know About Their New York State Taxes (and What to Do if Your Employer Doesn’t Comply)
With tax season upon us, employees in New York state may see some of what New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul calls tax relief and affordability when they file their taxes this year.…