As you prepare to gather with loved ones, the fear of uncomfortable conversations may loom large. At work, you might manage risk skillfully, but navigating family dynamics can be a more delicate …
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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 …
How to Identify a True Independent Contractor
DISCLAIMER: This post provides a general overview of employment conflicts that might arise when working with independent contractors. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice …
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How to Deal with Frequent Change
Frequent change is an inevitable part of life, but recently, it feels more frequent and unpredictable than ever. As professionals striving to excel—whether we're licensed professionals, managers, …
How Ames v. Ohio Changes Discrimination Claims
In June, the United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS) delivered a unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, remanding a case alleging sex discrimination for further development of …
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Ten Tips for Working Well with Third Ear Conflict Resolution
Because we have spent a lot of time in court over the years and handle legal actions daily, we sometimes forget that a sizable portion of the population rarely or never deals with lawyers. You might …
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A Message of Hope
Many Americans had great hope for a different outcome of the most recent Presidential election. We hoped the country was ready to elect a Black woman and move us one step farther from our racist and …
How to Respond to a NYS WCB Penalty Notice: A Guide for Employers
DISCLAIMER: This post gives a general overview of the defenses to workers’ compensation penalties for failure to secure mandatory insurance. It is not legal advice. If you require information or …
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How to Honor Juneteenth Despite DEI Bans
Admittedly, I've often felt a bit strange, if not unwelcome, at Juneteenth celebrations. I didn't understand its significance beyond a historical date until this year, when I began researching ways …
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