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Clauses to be aware of before signing employment agreements
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Mar 12, 2023 | Employment Law
Getting a new job can be the start of an exciting chapter in your career. However, if the employer wants you to sign an employment contract, proceed with caution. Specific clauses could create problems that compromise your career, future opportunities and rights. ...
A proactive approach will reduce ADA risk
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Feb 3, 2023 | Employment Law
Looking at recent data, disability claims are the most common reason for discrimination claims against US employers, costing companies $120 million in 2020. The Americans With Disabilities Act, or ADA, became law in 1990 and, to this day, employers continue to...
Employee rights for reporting workplace safety concerns
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Jan 18, 2023 | Employment Law
There are some inherent risks that workers face in certain occupations. While it may not be feasible to eliminate the risks that come with these jobs completely, workers should still have protection against avoidable or unnecessarily dangerous conditions. This...
Uncovering discriminatory policies at work
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Nov 30, 2022 | Employment Law
Discriminatory policies may not be evident to those creating them until an unexpected scenario arises to challenge them. For instance, recently, a policy at United Airlines came under fire when a Buddhist pilot claimed it was discriminatory. A religious exemption...
What to do if you witness sexual harassment at work
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Sep 14, 2022 | Employment Law
Federal and state laws protect employees from sexual harassment. Unfortunately, this still occurs in many New York businesses. And you do not need to be the victim of harassment for it to affect you and your career. If you witness sexual harassment, you should know...
What is quiet quitting, anyway?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Sep 1, 2022 | Employment Law
The term "quiet quitting" is making its way through workplaces around New York. Employers who familiarize themselves with what it means can make informed employment decisions that protect themselves and their business. Signs of quiet quitting Quiet quitting refers to...
Can employees feel harassed over a Zoom conference call?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | May 31, 2022 | Employment Law
The short answer to the question in the headline is: Yes. Employees can experience harassment, even when they are in their own homes. It can happen through virtual interactions like Zoom meetings. Knowing what this type of misconduct can look like in the virtual...
Adverse employment action costs employer $450,000
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Apr 20, 2022 | Employment Law
Taking adverse actions against an employee can be an unpleasant task for employers. Unfortunately, it could also be illegal. For instance, employers can face serious penalties if an adverse employment action is retaliatory. An unwelcome - and unlawful - surprise...
What does a responsible response to harassment claims look like?
On Behalf of The Tarantino Law Firm, LLP | Mar 15, 2022 | Employment Law
New York employers of all sizes should have and enforce a policy for handling workplace harassment. These policies can look a little different for every business, but there are three components that every policy should have. 1: It is clear Harassment policies can be...
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