A “clopening” shift happens when an employee is scheduled to close a workplace late at night and then return early …
NYC Grocery Delivery Worker Protections: What Changed in 2025 and What Rights You Have Now
NYC grocery delivery workers gained stronger wage protections in 2025 under updated city rules governing app-based platforms. The Minimum Pay …
Lipsky Lowe Associate Rebecca Pattiz Featured in Law360 on Worker Misclassification Case
Commentary highlights claims of unpaid wages and overtime violations in a multi-worker lawsuit Lipsky Lowe LLP is pleased to announce …
App-Based Delivery Worker Pay in NYC: How the $21.44/hour Rule Works & What to Do If You’re Underpaid
App-based food and grocery delivery workers in New York City are entitled to a minimum pay rate set by the …
Fair Workweek Laws in NYC: Can My Employer Add or Cancel My Shift Without My Written Consent?
In many cases, New York City employers cannot freely add, cancel, or change your shift without following specific Fair Workweek …
Recognizing Intersectional Discrimination in NYC Employment Law
Intersectional discrimination occurs when an employee experiences unfair treatment based on a combination of protected characteristics rather than just one. …
Workplace Rights of Undocumented Immigrants in New York City
Undocumented workers in New York City are protected by many of the same workplace laws as other employees, including laws …
Appearance-Based Discrimination and New York’s Height & Weight Law
New York City law prohibits employment discrimination based on height and weight, making appearance-based bias unlawful in many workplace decisions. …
LGBTQ+ Discrimination and Harassment in Today’s Workplaces
LGBTQ+ employees remain protected from discrimination and harassment in the workplace, even as some employers reassess or scale back diversity, …
How Employment Mediation Works in NYC and When to Consider It
Employment mediation is a structured process that allows employees and employers to resolve workplace disputes without going to court. In …
