The Law Offices of Jacob Aronauer

Given NYC and its restaurant industry's density, it is more critical than ever to provide tipped workers a majority of whom are women and disproportionately women of color with a dependable wage that will erase this unequal economic balance . Many workers report a dramatic increase in sexual harassment during the pandemic, compounded by having to ask customers to comply with COVID-19 safety protocols . Comments by male customers indicate that they feel entitled... to demand that workers remove their protective gear and expose them to the risk of illness or death. One Fair Wage has coined this type of sexual harassment as "MASKual harassment" . some of the unwanted comments received by employees from customers . #winwithjacob #aronauerlaw #knowyourrights #fairpay #fairwage #servicesector #violenceagainstwomen #humanrights #essentialworkers #restaurantworkers #womensrights #maskup #socialdistance #covid_19 #tipping #waitress #maskualharassment

Why is it that a woman's appearance is judged more than males? You'll notice from the example , based on a real story that the double standard is astounding and prevalent. Finding the perfect balance between tidy and professional is exhausting and deeply sexist when male counterparts aren't investing as much time into the matter. Alex's all-too-common scenario is pulled from 'NYC Sexual Harassment Training' * Every employer in #NewYorkState is required to provide e...mployees with sexual harassment prevention training. * Alex's story: https://bit.ly/30smkbe #WinWithJacob #AronauerLaw #DiscriminationAtWork #SexismAtWork #GenderDiscrimination #DoubleStandards #AppearanceStandards #EmploymentLaw #LaborLaws #WomensHistoryMonth2021 #SexualHarassmentInTheWorkplace #SexualHarassment #NewYork

...however, discrimination against your race is protected under both federal and state laws. Employers and employees alike need to know that although race-based discrimination and retaliation are fact-specific, context can make (or break) a racial discrimination case. Contact us to help you identify if you have a racial discrimination case in your hands . 212.323.6980 (Ask for Jacob!) In the meantime, see two examples of race-based discrimination and retaliation we've... handled (and won) in the past. #WinWithJacob #AronauerLaw #Discrimination #GenderDiscrimination #RacialDiscrimination #EthnicDiscrimination #RootOfRacism #EmploymentLaw #LaborLaws #WomensHistoryMonth2021 #DiscriminationAtWork

A woman and menstruator’s 'time of the month' is no joking matter. It is as real and consistent as the menstrual cycle itself. So why do we still feel endless shame over the subject? For example, we shouldn't have to feel like we need to whisper about needing a tampon or hide a tampon up our sleeve. Here are a few myths about menstruation that need debunking by non-menstruators and menstruators alike . Let's do our part to change this cycle and ditch the stigma . ... Written by our (female) paralegal Nicole. : https://bit.ly/2PlooiT #winwithjacob #aronauerlaw #womenshistorymonth #menstruationmatters #womenshistorymonth2021 #endperiodpoverty #period #menstrualequity #womenintheworkplace #womenintheworkforce #womenshistorymonth

This week's 'Unfair Behavior vs. Illegal Behavior’ talks about sexual harassment and the difference between an illegal act and an inappropriate one. Legal protections should not diminish what you feel. When specific misconduct makes you feel belittled or insulted, make sure to report it, you never know what good can come out of sharing your experience. If you have further questions or a similar scenario has happened to you, give us a 212 - 323 - 6980. Our first consu...ltation is ! ___ #yourjobmatters #winwithjacob #aronauerlaw #laborlaws #overtime #wageandhour #UnitedStatesDepartmentofLabor #DepartmentofLabor #DOL #FLSA #EmploymentLaw #wagetheft #nyclawyer #nycemploymentlaw #sexualharassmentintheworkplace #physicalharassment #verbalharassment #maskualharassment

We all have the right to a harassment-free space! The tricky workplace sexism and harassment topic have become even more evident in recent years, notably following the #metoo movement. It is no longer an HR cautionary tale. The workplace *should* be a safe place. However, in NYC, more than 1 out of 3 experience sexual harassment in the workplace. Therefore, on #internationalwomensday, we prepared a few questions to determine if you or a loved one are victims of sexu...al harassment. Feel free (the first consultation is ) to consult with us to understand your options. * * During #WomensHistoryMonth, we’ll highlight all sorts of women-focused employment issues . Although women have come a long way throughout history by gaining the right to work and vote, there was still a noticeable gender bias in the workplace even before the pandemic. By bringing awareness to these issues, women know that they aren’t alone and can decide what they will and won’t accept to pave the way for young workers. #womenshistorymonth2021 #womenshistorymonth2021 #internationalwomensday2021 #BeBoldForChange #sexualharassment #nomeansno #UnitedStatesDepartmentofLabor #DepartmentofLabor #DOL #FLSA #EmploymentLaw #wagetheft #nyclawyer #nycemploymentlaw #sexualharassmentintheworkplace #physicalharassment #verbalharassment #withwithjacob #aronauerlaw

Does your job matter? The simple and obvious answer is yes! It matters to you, and that’s more than enough. And even though New York City continues to improve labor protections for the little people, some nifty employers work around the clock to make sure they exploit you. Don’t let them! Call us today! (212) 323-6980... #yourjobmatters #winwithjacob #aronauerlaw #laborlaws #livingsalary #employmentlaw

GOOD NEWS! We’re always looking for ways to expand our practice further and that is why Jacob recently became admitted to practice Federal Court in Connecticut. We are immediately accepting clients in the state of Connecticut! If you have a friend or a loved one who works in Connecticut and isn't being paid in compliance with the law, please think of us! We are here to help! https://bit.ly/3pSuT9W... #winwithjacob #aronauerlaw

This month’s "Employee Spotlight" is on Sian! #employeespotlight

Although the New York City Council approved a bill that protects fast-food workers from being fired without a valid reason, this will render useful in the long run. If you need help NOW, give us a call today (212) 323-6980. Our first consultation is FREE!

Listen to Luis 's testimonial! After 15 years of working for a supermarket as a butcher, Luis sought our help after he was fired for no reason! We spoke to Luis about the way his employer paid him and we knew something was fishy. As Luis tells us, the clock in and clock out procedures of his former employer was corrupt and geared toward preventing him from getting all of his legally required overtime. But we took care of business for Luis! Because that is what we do. ... Luis pleads you not to allow employers to take advantage of hard working immigrants like yourself. If you think there is something strange about the way your employer is paying you or your employer's clock in and clock out procedures, you are most likely right! So call us for a free consultation! (212) 323-6980 #tuesdaytestimonials #testimonialtuesday #winwithjacob #aronauerlaw #employmentfirm #justsalary #unpaidovertime #laborlaws #wrongfulterminationlawyer #livingsalary

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