Data Privacy & Cybersecurity in Employment Law: What New York Employers Need to Know

Lisa BabiarzData Privacy & Cybersecurity, Employment Law, News

Data privacy and cybersecurity have become critical issues in employment law, particularly as employers collect, store, and manage growing volumes of sensitive employee information. From Social Security numbers and payroll data to medical records, biometric identifiers, and performance analytics, today’s workplaces generate more data than ever before — and with that data comes legal responsibility. For employers in Ithaca, Geneva, …

Employment Law and AI

Artificial Intelligence & Algorithmic Hiring: How Technology Is Reshaping Employment Law

Lisa BabiarzArtifical Intelligence Hiring, News

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of modern business operations, especially in the realm of recruiting and hiring. From resume-screening algorithms to automated video-interview assessments, employers increasingly rely on AI-powered tools to evaluate, filter, and select job candidates. While these tools offer speed, efficiency, and consistency, they also introduce new legal risks — many of which fall squarely …

Workers Compensation attorneys in Elmira, Ithaca, Syracuse

Littman and Babiarz, a leading Workers’ Compensation Law Firm Serving Geneva, Auburn, Ithaca, and Penn Yan, N.Y.

Lisa BabiarzEmployment Law, News

When you get hurt on the job, it can be difficult to know where to turn. Perhaps you’re aware of the compensation benefits your employer offers, but you’re not sure where to start. Alternatively, maybe you’ve tried filing a worker’s compensation claim, but have been denied. The good news is that no matter what your situation, worker’s compensation lawyers in …

The Gig Economy & Worker Classification & Employment Law

Lisa BabiarzEmployment Law, News

The rise of the gig economy has transformed how Americans work — and how the law defines what “work” really means. From rideshare drivers and freelance designers to home health aides and delivery workers, millions of people now earn income through flexible, project-based roles rather than traditional employment. But with that flexibility comes a tangle of legal questions. Are these …

Workers Compensation and Family Leave

Worker’s Compensation and Family Leave: Navigating Dual Claims in New York

Lisa BabiarzEmployment Law, News

Navigating claims for both worker’s compensation and family leave can be challenging. As of March 2023, only 27% of private sector workers in the United States had access to paid family leave through their employers, while only 43% had access to short-term disability insurance. This data underscores the difficulties many employees face when trying to secure multiple types of benefits …