The Fair Labor Standards Act is a federal law that protects workers in New York and other states. Employees have certain rights and protections under this law. It’s important to understand it and know how it works. What is the Fair Labor Standards Act? The Fair Labor...
Wages & Hours
What is the difference between salary and hourly wages?
There are two primary types of wages in New York, salary and hourly pay. If you are searching for a new job, it’s important to know the difference between them. How does salary compare with hourly pay? There are some differences between salary and hourly pay. Salaried...
New legislation in New York City changes what employers must put in job postings
Currently, for New Yorkers in the middle of a job hunt, applying for a position represents a significant gamble. As an applicant, you are betting that a job position is worth the time and effort required to go through the application and interviewing process. If the...
The purpose and impact of minimum wage in New York
The minimum wage is a topic of hot debate in New York today. Many people believe that the minimum wage should be raised, while others think it should be abolished. But what is the purpose of minimum wage? And what impact has it had on American history? Keep reading to...
Clarification of New York sick leave law
The New York Department of Labor adopted new sick leave rules on Dec. 22, 2021. The new sick leave rules clarify the law adopted on Sept. 30, 2020, to expand on documentation, determine an employer's size and find an employee's accrual of leave. Documentation...
What does my employer mean by “unapproved overtime”?
Sometimes there are not enough hours in the day to get everything done. When you are trying to finish a project at work, it can seem like the time slips through your fingers. While some workplaces are happy to have people who are willing to put in extra hours to...
Federal and state labor departments enforce wage and hour laws
The U.S. Department of Labor has established minimum wage and overtime laws throughout the nation. In New York, the applicable state agency sets higher standards of pay than the federal laws. For the most part, investigations and enforcement actions can only take...
How to guard against wage violations
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires New York employers to comply with all applicable minimum wage laws. If your employer does not pay you at least the prevailing minimum wage, you may have the grounds to file a claim. Let's take a closer look at the process...
What payroll deductions are allowed in New York?
Workers in New York are protected by both state and federal wage and hour laws. These statutes establish a minimum wage and require workers to be paid in a timely manner, and they also place strict rules on payroll deductions. Employers are only permitted to make...
What is a common wage and hour dispute?
In the state of New York, every employee has certain rights under the law. Issues with minimum wage are some of the most common wage disputes in the state. If you suspect that your employer isn't paying you enough, you might want to start logging your hours and...