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Diversity in every industry is an issue, but has become a prominent issues in the IT industry. In this article Robert Ottinger spoke to Wayne Rash at PCMag about our case vs. Optimizely, Inc where we allege that Aaron McCormick was discriminated against, details in article below. We are grateful to any & all journalists that help shed light on this important issue. #article #press #legal #diversity #workplace

Did you see Wayne Rash's article in PCMag discussing diversity in the IT industry where Robert Ottinger spoke about our case vs. Optimizely, Inc where we allege that Aaron McCormick was discriminated against. Check it out! We are grateful to any & all journalists that help shed light on this important issue. #article #press #legal #diversity #workplace

Diversity issues are a big big deal in Silicon Valley and we're excited Wayne Rash and PCMag decided to write this insightful article on the issue and include our own Robert Ottinger and our case vs. Optimizely, Inc. Way to go! We are grateful to all who help shed light on this important issue. #article #press #legal #diversity #workplace #siliconvalley #IT

We're honored to have Robert Ottinger and our case vs. Optimizely, Inc where we allege that Aaron McCormick was discriminated against featured in PCMag and Wayne Rashs insightful article about diversity in the IT industry. We are grateful to any and all journalists that help shed light on this important issue. #article #press #legal #diversity #workplace

Courts consider several factors to determine whether a hostile work environment exists: 1. If the conduct was verbal or physical or both 2. The frequency of the conduct 3. If the harasser was a supervisor or simply a coworker... 4. If the conduct is objectively offensive 5. If the conduct was directed at more than one person To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2Hc8f9h. #employmentattorney

Most people associate sexual harassment in the workplace with quid pro quo harassment, which happens when an employee is required to engage in sexual activity as a condition of their employment. In short, an employee must submit to sexual conduct in order for them to keep their job, get a promotion, or gain some other benefit. We handle cases like this on a regular basis. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. ...Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2Ob5FlE. #sexualabuse

New York pregnancy laws such as the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act provide broad protections such as: sufficient breaks manual labor assistance time off for prenatal appointments... redistributing non-essential tasks allowing a pregnant worker to keep water at their desk allowing a pregnant worker telecommute while on bed rest To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2Ob5FlE. #employmentattorney

Common separation agreement terms: Severance pay: This is the amount paid to you as a departing employee. The separation agreement should state the payment amount, terms of payment, and method of payment.... Pension, profit sharing, 401(k), stock options, loan repayments: A separation agreement should address how to handle any other financial benefits, such as how to exercise stock options. Unemployment benefits information: A person who is terminated for cause or who quits is not entitled to benefits. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2ObQ8lv. #employmentattorney

The financial industry often makes headlines for their large bonuses. In fact, a recent report stated that the average Wall Street payout in 2017 was $184,220. While the media focuses on these stories, less attention is paid to employees who are denied such sums. New York bonus disputes are arbitrated before a Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) panel.... Decisions made by FINRA panels and New York courts suggest that an employee may be entitled to bonus amounts based on statutory grounds. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2O5hfhT. #employmentattorney

While you may have encountered vulgar or rude comments, sexual harassment lawyers will tell you that it's generally insufficient to state a claim. However, sexual harassment at work is not limited to physical contact, and in New York, the following have all been found to be sexual harassment: sexual innuendos... content in letters/notes demeaning names based on sexual orientation or gender persistent unwanted attention To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2O5hfhT. #employmentattorney

Whenever an employee is illegally fired, it's considered to be wrongful termination. The damages you qualify for will vary and depend on the type of claim asserted. However, some wrongfully terminated employees may be entitled to extensive damages such as: lost earnings and benefits... compensatory damages for emotional distress punitive damages (designed to punish the company) all costs and legal fees interest on unpaid earnings and benefits To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2Hc8f9h. #employmentattorney

Take a look at some of our most recent judgments and settlements: $5.4 million settlement against a New York City media company for wage and hour violations $3 million settlement on behalf of home health care workers... $650,000 settlement for unlawful deductions from commissioned salespeople $35 million negotiated executive employment agreement To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2HdNQke. #discrimination

Hostile work environment harassment differs from quid pro quo in that the unwelcome conduct doesn't need to come from a supervisor or someone in authority, and doesn't need to be a condition of the victim's employment either. The standard for establishing a claim for this type of harassment is higher. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2Hc8f9h.... #hostileworkenvironment

Studies have shown that despite anti-discrimination laws, job applicants with ethnic names are still not treated equally as those with nonethnic sounding names. It's not impossible to bring a lawsuit against a company for failing to consider applicants whose names reveal their national origin or race. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at http://bit.ly/2Hc8f9h.... #discrimination

Sexual harassment at work is not limited to physical contact, and in New York, the following have all been found to be sexual harassment: sexual innuendos content in letters/notes demeaning names based on sexual orientation or gender... persistent unwanted attention whistling, leering, or sexually suggestive sounds To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at https://goo.gl/xEM8NK. #harassment

An extensive legal framework exists to protect your rights and help you stand up to abusive practices. While it may be difficult to stand up to an employer, an employee should never be intimidated to take action for fear of retaliation. Federal, state, and local laws exist to protect employees against adverse actions taken against them for engaging in a protected activity. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. C...all 212-571-2000 or send us a message at https://goo.gl/xEM8NK. #employmentattorney

While it may be tough to stand up to an employer, an employee should never be intimidated to take action for fear of retaliation. Federal, state, and local laws exist to protect employees against adverse actions taken against them for engaging in a protected activity. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at https://goo.gl/xEM8NK. #employmentattorney

Employment discrimination is one of the most common examples of wrongful termination claims. Fortunately, numerous laws protect workers from discriminatory treatment. Furthermore, under New York State and City laws, employees are also protected against discrimination due to their sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, or marital status. To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2...000 or send us a message at https://goo.gl/7VgSX3. #employmentattorney

Employees who are wrongfully terminated are entitled to substantial damages including: - lost earnings - lost benefits - punitive damages... - costs and legal fees - interest on unpaid earnings and benefits - compensatory damages To speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for a FREE 15-minute consultation. Call 212-571-2000 or send us a message at https://goo.gl/7VgSX3. #employmentattorney

Why should you choose Ottinger Law? We focus on client happiness and results. The most common complaint against lawyers is their failure to communicate with clients, which is why we keep our clients up to date with a shared online system. ... If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/FxfbY7. #employmentattorney

While New York has many laws to protect employees, employers don't always comply. We handle issues dealing with overtime, wage theft, discrimination, sexual harassment, and wrongful termination. If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/7VgSX3.... #discrimination

Did you know that the right to overtime does not depend upon a salary basis? Rather, it depends on a position's exempt status. To investigate EXEMPT status, your position must be paid on a salary basis and you must earn a minimum of $455 per week. ... If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/7VgSX3. #overtime

How can a labor lawyer help with an overtime issue? We can determine if you're entitled to overtime pay. If your employer is unlawfully withholding pay, we'll determine the best way to recover it. If appropriate, we'll represent you and recover the owed money.... If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/7VgSX3. #overtime

When you're pregnant, you're entitled to: sufficient breaks assistance with manual labor temporary transfer to less strenuous working conditions... redistributing non-essential tasks time off for doctors visits time off for recuperation from childbirth If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/7VgSX3. #pregnancydiscrimination

Wondering why you should bring a wrongful termination case? You might be entitled to substantial damages including: Lost earnings and benefits... Emotional distress compensatory damages All incurred costs and legal fees Punitive damages designed to punish the company Interest on unpaid earnings If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/7VgSX3. #bonusdispute

Some of our recent judgments and settlements include: - $5.4 million settlement for wage and hour violations against an NYC media company - $3 million settlement on behalf of home health care workers... - $650,000 settlement for unlawful deductions from commissioned salespeople - $35 million negotiated executive employment agreement If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/PDz7zy. dispute #bonus

Did you know that if an employer denies a bonus to its former employee, that employee can seek recourse through various means? However, as long as employers provide employees with candid guidance on whether their bonuses are guaranteed or discretionary, it's a way for them to avoid such disputes. If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/PDz7zy. dispute #bonus

Common disputes occur over commissions. When a sales executive leaves a company, they often have a tough time getting paid on pending deals. For over 15 years, we've been helping sales executives resolve commission disputes. If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/f69qv4.... #commission

Did you know that potential employers are not allowed to ask you if you plan on having children, if you're pregnant, or ask about your intentions to work after childbirth? If you're pregnant or intend to get pregnant, your employer may not terminate you. In addition, your employer can't reduce your wages or salary because you're pregnant.... If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/f69qv4. #pregnancy

Class-action lawsuit cases require fast action, which our lawyers are equipped to help you resolve. We'll figure out what your options are for filing or settling suit. If you would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/f69qv4. #discrimination

Under the New York State Human Rights law, employees are protected against discrimination because of their sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, or marital status. If you're facing discrimination at work and would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/xgk6x5. #discrimination

When you're dealing with wrongful termination, the damages will vary and depend on the precise claim asserted. Wrongfully terminated employees are entitled to damages such as: all lost earnings and benefits... compensatory damages for emotional distress punitive damages costs and legal fees interest in unpaid earnings If you're facing employment issues and would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/xgk6x5. #wrongfultermination

Under New York law, employers may face punitive damages if the plaintiff can show there was intentional discrimination based on the person's color, race, national origin, sex, religion, disability, or genetic information. There are no caps on the punitive damages that can be awarded. If you're facing employment issues and would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/xgk6x5. #discrimination

If you're pregnant or plan to get pregnant, you should be aware of your rights as an employee. Your employer is not allowed to ask if you plan to have children or if you're pregnant. If you're visibly pregnant, they're not allowed to ask about your intentions to work after childbirth. You may not be terminated if you're pregnant or plan to get pregnant.... If you're facing employment issues and would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/5TCtvM. #pregnancy

Are you a pregnant employee requiring workplace accommodations? You should know that by law, you are entitled to sufficient breaks, assistance with manual labor, time off for prenatal appointments, being allowed to telecommute while on bed rest, water breaks, and more. If you're facing employment issues and would like to speak to a New York employment lawyer, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at http...s://goo.gl/5TCtvM. #pregnancy

How do you know if you're entitled to overtime pay? Let us sit down with you and figure it out. If appropriate, we'll represent you and recover any money owed to you plus possible penalties and interest.... Don't pay any legal fees or costs until we win your case! If you're facing employment issues, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation with a New York employment lawyer by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/JipWyR. #overtime

Are you a salesperson facing a commission dispute? We can help! Here's what you need:... 1. Have a copy of the controlling commission agreement. 2. Keep records of your transactions. 3. Maintain detailed records of commissions in dispute. If you're facing employment issues, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation with a New York employment lawyer by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/JipWyR. #commissions

Wondering how a New York Disability Discrimination Attorney can help you? Here are two ways: 1. Job reinstatement - it's possible to get your job back if that's what you prefer.... 2. Money awards - this is the most common type of relief, which is in the form of a penalty against the employer. If you're facing employment issues, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation with a New York employment lawyer by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/EYhJiL. #job

Pregnancy discrimination is a serious issue in New York. Women face termination, demotion, reduced hours, and reduced benefits as a result of their pregnancy. Fortunately, there are laws in place to protect pregnant employees. Moreover, we have been helping fight pregnancy discrimination since 1999. If you're facing employment issues, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation with a New York employment lawyer by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/EYhJiL. #pregnancydiscrimination

In our last post, we discussed how the EEOC is looking at machine learning to help victims of employment discrimination. The EEOC plans to partner with other federal agencies to better illustrate and understand worker threats. Read more about this story at https://goo.gl/mFkdsV.... If you're facing employment issues, contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation with a New York employment lawyer by calling 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/EYhJiL. #machinelearning

Did you know that the EEOC has its eyes set on machine learning to help it predict who could become a victim of workplace discrimination? If it works, it could mean that the EEOC could flag a particular group of people in a specific industry that would be susceptible to discrimination. Then they'd be able to reach out to these workers to make them aware of their rights. Contact The Ottinger Firm for your FREE 15-minute consultation with a New York employment lawyer by calling... 212-571-2000 or sending us a message at https://goo.gl/EYhJiL. #machinelearning

"In what seems to be a direct response to the #metoo movement, the bill sets training requirements,...."

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The Right to Unplug: New York City Council Proposes Bill Which Would Allow Employees to Disconnect From Work After Normal Work Hours

We have been helping sales executives resolve commission disputes for over 15 years. We focus on representing executives and employees who are owed sales commissions. Call us on NY: 212-571-2000 or fill out a contact form to set up a consultation. https://buff.ly/2GFKVRF

FMLA retaliation cases are potent weapons that can flip the balance of power in favor of employees. Gives us a call at NY: 212-571-2000 or SF: 415-262-0096. https://buff.ly/2GmMl07

New York workers may soon get the right to stop answering work email after hours.

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) speaks on a panel about sexual harassment in the workplace and how to change policy to help fix this growing problem.

Have you been fired after taking FMLA leave or inquiring about leave or have you been wrongfully denied FMLA leave? Give us a call at 347-305-1396.

"Washington D.C. may become the next local government to require that restaurants pay minimum wage...."

If you have been handed a severance agreement and want to understand the terms. Please give us a call at 347-305-1396.

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