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New York Employment Lawyer, Steven Sack, discusses labor issues and employment law in New York and how to resolve legal issues in the workplace. Steven Sack,”the employee’s lawyer”, is also the author of The Employee Rights Handbook.

Trustly Accused of Sex Discrimination Against Female Executives

An executive working for Trustly, Inc., a major financial services provider, has filed a sex discrimination claim in federal court, alleging underpayment and retaliation by the company. The lawsuit accuses the company of firing her after complaining about female executives being underpaid compared to their male counterparts. The suit also accuses the company of having a “tech-bro culture” that is hostile to women overall, contributing to the circumstances that resulted in her dismissal.

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Law Firm Accused of Age Discrimination Against IT Workers

A major law firm has been accused of engaging in unlawful age discrimination by two former information technology (IT) workers in a new lawsuit filed in Illinois federal court. The suit alleges that they were forced out of their positions in favor of younger workers despite the ability and willingness to continue in their roles. They are seeking justice for the harm done to their careers as a result of losing their jobs, as well as lost wages and other compensation. Continue reading “Law Firm Accused of Age Discrimination Against IT Workers”

Ten Signs Your Employer Might Want to Fire You

Sometimes, you will get laid off without warning, losing your job without any opportunity to prepare or protect yourself. However, in some cases, your employer may signal that they are getting ready to fire you from your job, consciously or otherwise. Here are ten potential signs your employer might be getting ready to fire you:

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What is a Confidentiality Agreement, and How Can it Affect You?

If you work with any kind of sensitive information as part of your job, or have settled a case against your employer, you may have been forced to sign a confidentiality agreement at some point. While this sort of agreement can be important and useful, it can also be abused to silence employees from speaking out about the harm they have suffered. But what exactly is a confidentiality agreement, and how can it affect you? Continue reading “What is a Confidentiality Agreement, and How Can it Affect You?”

Supreme Court Declines Uber Driver Arbitration Case

The United States Supreme Court has declined to hear a case from Uber drivers who sought to be exempted from a mandatory arbitration clause in their employment contracts. The lawsuit sought to obtain an exemption from the arbitration agreement under the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA). However, because the court refused to hear the appeal, the lower court’s ruling will stand, meaning the Uber drivers’ case will go to arbitration.

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What Does it Mean to Be Fired For Cause?

If you have been in any workplace for long enough, you have probably heard of someone being fired “for cause.” This is a situation just about any worker wants to avoid, with a potential impact on both their ability to access unemployment benefits and their future career prospects. But what exactly does it mean to be fired for cause, and why would someone be fired in this way?

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Ten Steps To Getting Fired on Your Own Terms

If you believe you may be fired at work, or have received notice that your employment is being terminated, that is not necessarily the end of things. As Steven Sack, the Employees’ Lawyer, likes to say, “Every firing is negotiable,” and that is as true for you as it is for anyone else. Here are ten steps you should take to make sure you are fired on your own terms:

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What Are the Signs of Religious Discrimination?

People who belong to religious minority groups, including Jews, Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, and others, are protected against discrimination by Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. However, not all signs of religious discrimination are necessarily obvious, and you should be on the lookout in case you or your coworkers are discriminated against. Here are just some signs of religious discrimination that you should watch for in your workplace:

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Apple Reaches $25m Settlement Over Immigration Discrimination

Apple Inc., the major computer and cell phone manufacturer, has reached a $25 million settlement with the United States Department of Justice over claims that it illegally engaged in immigration discrimination against its employees. According to the settlement, Apple violated the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) by favoring foreign workers over U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or asylees. The settlement constitutes the largest settlement ever for immigration discrimination under the anti-discrimination clause of the INA.

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Employees Face Increased Issues Due to “Quiet Firing”

Some employers have been accused of increasingly engaging in tactics that have been referred to as “quiet firing.” This practice puts employees at risk of being effectively forced out of their jobs to prevent employers from needing to go through the process of firing employees. But what exactly is quiet firing, and why is it potentially illegal?

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    I had a great experience working with Steven Sack during my recent job separation. He was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about achieving the best outcome for me. Thanks to his expertise, we were able to secure additional benefits beyond my original severance package, for which I am truly grateful. Steven guided me through the entire process with clear communication and support, making a challenging situation much easier. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of a dedicated and effective advocate!
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