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New Report from Uber Highlights the Risks of Driving in the Gig Economy

January 6, 2020
Among the most significant risks to Uber drivers were those in the form of sexual and physical assault on the job, with 42% of assault cases being reported by drivers. The most common assault reported by drivers and riders was "non-consensual touching of a sexual body part," with 1,560 cases reported in 2018 alone.

Artificial Intelligence May Make HR's Job Easier, but Employment Discrimination Still Abounds

December 23, 2019
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Hiring companies and HR departments increased use of AI tools actively bar candidates from being considered for employment.

New York State Paid Family Leave: Where We've Been and Where We're Going

December 19, 2019
More than 125,600 New Yorkers used Paid Family Leave in 2018. Learn more about upcoming changes to the program, and from the largest US study on Paid Family Leave.

Whether or Not Your Employer Provides Training on Workplace Sexual Harassment, It's Still Illegal

December 10, 2019
Sexual harassment can still take place in workplaces that provide sexual harassment training. New York has attempted to improve sexual harassment training in the workplace.

Gender Discrimination in Bathroom Access

November 27, 2019
New York State and New York City Laws create rights and obligations to allow people to access bathrooms that match their gender identity.

New Tools Available to Help You Understand the Changes New York State's New Pay Equity and Salary History Laws

November 19, 2019
Learn more about new protections for employees in New York State relating to equal pay.

Berke-Weiss Law Serves the Mid-Hudson Valley

November 14, 2019
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Berke-Weiss Law now meets with clients from the Mid-Hudson Valley at 355 Main Street, Beacon, New York.

Research Shows One in Ten NY State Workers Subjected to Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment on the Job

November 14, 2019
New study by Cornell University’s ILR School highlights frequency of sexual harassment in the workplace in New York State.

Discrimination Lawsuit Proceeds Despite Arbitration Clause

October 17, 2019
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Plaintiffs bringing a class action lawsuit against Avon for denying their rights to breast pump have been allowed to continue in court rather than in arbitration.

New York Metro Super Lawyers Recognizes all Berke-Weiss Law Attorneys

September 19, 2019
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Berke-Weiss Law PLLC is excited to announce that all of our lawyers were recognized by Super Lawyers in 2019.

Recent Updates in New York Employment Law

August 30, 2019
Check out the many recent updates to New York State and New York City employment law.

New Sexual Harassment Protections Become Law

August 20, 2019
New sexual harassment protections become New York State law.

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