According to worker’s compensation lawyers, there are a lot of mistakes to be made after an accident or injury. From not going to the hospital right away to admitting fault, worker compensation law firms have seen it all. Experienced worker’s compensation attorneys Littman and Babiarz have one piece of advice for those who have a potential claim: If you are …
What New York Labor Laws are new for 2023
One thing about employment law is that it is forever changing. But it’s not just employment lawyers who need to know what New York labor laws are new for 2023. Even if you never plan to be an employment attorney, you may need to hire one. At the very least, you’ll want to be in the know so that you …
Slips and Falls: How Worker’s Compensation Lawyers Can Help
OSHA stats show a shocking number of fatalities and serious injuries are caused by slips, trips, and falls each year. Unfortunately, many of these happen on the job, leaving the injured open to a multitude of negative consequences. These include lost wages, medical costs, recovery time, lost wages, emotional trauma, and more. Because slips and falls at work can lead …
Holiday Terminations and Layoffs: Know Your Legal Rights
Employment lawyers across the country see it day in and day out. Pre and post-holiday layoffs have become far too common. Retail sector employers are notorious for cutting jobs after Christmas. Restaurant and hotel worker jobs are often tanked. And in November 2022 alone, tech companies laid off hundreds of thousands of workers, with companies like Microsoft, Tesla, and Twitter …
What should you do if you feel you have been wrongfully terminated?
If you’ve been wrongfully terminated, you have options. There are many reasons why an employer can fire an employee, including the fact that your boss just doesn’t like you. However, when an unfair firing is based on discrimination, you may have a legal case. Employment Law: Can I be Fired without Cause? Good cause, bad cause, no cause. According to …