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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.

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.

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.

New York State Legislature Further Reforms Anti-Harassment Laws

June 25, 2019
On Wednesday, June 19, 2019 the New York State Legislature passed a sweeping set of reforms to the state’s laws on sexual harassment, that is currently awaiting the Governor’s signature.

Settlement in Paid Parental Leave Suit Provides Fathers With Enhanced Leave Options

June 4, 2019
Access to paid parental leave is often difficult, and unequal between mothers and fathers. Learn more on how we can help bridge the gap.

Examining Equal Pay

April 29, 2019
The New York Times recently highlighted a new theory for why the most educated American women faced the biggest gender gaps in seniority and pay.

Plaintiff in Pregnancy Discrimination Case Allowed to Proceed Despite Prior Settlement Agreement

April 26, 2019
An international law firm is facing a class action lawsuit after female associates allege that the firm harms the careers of pregnant women and new mothers.

New Lactation Room Law Featured on Mindr

April 11, 2019
Check out Berke-Weiss Associate Alex Berke discussing New York City’s new lactation room law in Mindr!

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