Leaders today are squeezed in what I call the "business sandwich crisis." If you advise employers or hold management duties in a law firm, you know what I'm talking about. Workplace disputes have …
Ethical Compliance & Risk Management
Internships and the High Costs of “Free” Labor
DISCLAIMER: This post is intended only as general information regarding internships and New York employment laws. It is not legal advice and does not establish an attorney-client relationship. If you …
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Conducting Fair and Impartial Workplace Investigations
When a conflict requires a formal investigation, it can feel like a heavy administrative burden. If you are part of the "business sandwich generation," you are often the bridge between rigid …
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Should New York Employers Protest Unemployment Claims for Attendance Issues?
DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about unemployment insurance protests in NYC. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please …
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Can Employers Prohibit Workplace Dating?
DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about sexual harassment and workplace dating. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please …
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Preventing Discrimination Despite DEI Bans
DISCLAIMER: This post contains general information about DEI bans and non-discrimination. It is not legal advice. If you are uncertain about your current obligations, we strongly recommend you …
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How to Navigate Immigration as a Workplace DEI Issue
DISCLAIMER: This post contains general information about employment and immigration. It is not legal advice. If you are uncertain about your current obligations, we strongly recommend you schedule a …
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Hiring Freelancers: Tips for Avoiding Worker Misclassification Penalties
An estimated 75 million Americans are classified as independent contractors, or "freelancers." Many of them are misclassified employees. Here's how to hire them legally in New York State (NYS) and …
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Nance L. Schick Warns American Express About Common Missteps in Temporary Staffing
When I lost my Director of Marketing position in my 20s, I accepted a temporary assignment through a staffing agency at a major healthcare company. At the time, I had limited work experience and no …
Renters and Homeowners Insurance Is Not Enough for Most Domestic Employers
Many overwhelmed professionals hire full-time nannies, housekeepers, or elder companions, not realizing they are now domestic employers. They have roughly the same responsibilities as any other …
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