Workplace Contracts & Agreements

Most employers want to do the right thing, but they don't know how. The lawyers at Berke-Weiss Law PLLC work closely with businesses of all sizes to remain in compliance with the myriad of statutes governing the employment relationship. 

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Handbook Review and Preparation

We have prepared numerous employee handbooks and employment policies on various subjects, including sexual harassment prevention, social media response, reasonable accommodation provisions for disabled employees, and employee time-keeping administration. We advise our clients to ensure that employees are properly classified and paid, avoiding future liability.

Workplace Policies

It’s important to have workplace policies in place so you remain compliant and your employees understand their obligations. Our employment lawyers advise clients on the need to develop workplace policies, effectively communicate about and update those policies based on new developments in New York and federal law.

Contracts Review and Drafting

Making an offer of employment or looking to hire contractors? If your business needs their current contracts reviewed, or written from scratch, our attorneys work directly with you to understand your goals and ensure agreements are compliant.

Consultations

Have questions about New York employment laws? Not sure how to classify a new employee? Want to better understand your obligations surrounding reasonable accommodations, family leave, or pay structure? Call us to set up a consultation to discuss your specific needs.

Resources from our Blog

FTC Non-Compete Ban Blocked Nationwide by District Court

September 20, 2024
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The nationwide ban of non-competes will not go into effect this month as proposed.

Senior Associate Alex Berke Quoted in Law360 Article Regarding Recent Decision in Frazier v. FCBC Development Corp. et al.

August 9, 2024
Senior Associate Alex Berke, counsel for plaintiff Frazier, shares her thoughts regarding the recent decision in Law 360 article.

Berke-Weiss Law Summer 2024 Personnel Updates

July 30, 2024
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The Berke-Weiss Law team is growing!

Amended Labor Law in New York Ensures Employees’ Right to Paid Lactation Breaks Effective June 19, 2024

July 2, 2024
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Employers in New York are now required to give paid lactation breaks for breastfeeding employees.

Updated New York Labor Law Protects Employees Social Media Privacy

June 20, 2024
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New York Labor Law was recently amended limiting employer access to their employee's social media accounts.

Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act Regulation Set to Take Effect June 18, 2024

May 15, 2024
The EEOC issues its final rule and interpretive guidance to implement the PWFA.

Laurie Berke-Weiss Participates in NYU Law School Student's Presentation, "Clawback Across the Country"

April 29, 2024
Laurie Berke-Weiss participates in a presentation regarding an NYU Law School student's paper entitled, "Clawback Across the Country."

FTC Rule Bans Most Non-Competes

April 24, 2024
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The FTC has issued a ruling banning noncompetes on the basis that they are an unfair method of competition.

Congress and Lawsuit Threaten NLRB’s Joint Employer Rule

April 1, 2024
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National Labor Relations Board issues a final rule pertaining to joint employment causing some backlash.

Berke-Weiss Law Celebrates International Women's Day with a Favorable Jury Verdict

March 8, 2024
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In honor of International Women's Day, Berke-Weiss Law acknowledges their female clients and celebrates a recent victory.

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