The Gig Economy and Overtime Laws: What You Should Know
The emergence of the gig economy has significantly altered how individuals engage in employment. With the flexibility it offers, this mode of work has also
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How To Prove Age Discrimination in The Workplace
Age discrimination, also known as ageism, is a problem in many countries and industries. Even though it’s common, it is also illegal in a lot
The Complete Guide to Workplace Discrimination in 2021
One of the common misconceptions is that keeping your head down and simply doing your job will make you exempt from discrimination. That notion is
AFL-CIO Prepares Legal Action if Overtime Rules are Weakened
According to AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka, the labor federation will file a lawsuit if the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) attempts to weaken any of the new overtime eligibility rules established by the administration of former President Barack Obama.
Pew: Paid Family Leave Policies Vary Among Industries
A newly released survey from the Pew Research Center indicates most Americans support paid family and medical leave.
Proposed Federal Right-to-Work Law Would Threaten Labor Unions Nationwide
Recent legislation introduced in Congress could accelerate the decline of unions across the United States. H.R. 785, a bill introduced by Reps. Steve King (R-Iowa)
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $170,000 class action settlement
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $170,000 class action settlement on behalf of class of restaurant workers against NYC chain restaurant for failing to pay employees proper overtime compensation.
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $95,000 settlement
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $95,000 settlement on behalf of restaurant workers for employer’s failure to pay proper wages.
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $150,000 settlement
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $150,000 settlement on behalf of restaurant workers for employer’s failure to pay proper minimum wages and overtime compensation.
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $375,000 class action settlement
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $375,000 class action settlement reached on behalf of class of food delivery workers against high-profile NYC-based chain restaurant for employer’s
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $500,000 settlement
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $500,000 settlement on behalf of waiters and waitresses of well known NYC-based Japanese restaurant, for unpaid minimum wages, overtime compensation,
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $425,000 settlement
Cilenti & Cooper reaches a $425,000 settlement reached on behalf of restaurant workers against popular NYC restaurant for failing to pay proper wages.