March 5, 2021

Alex Berke Quoted in New York Times Article on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

The pandemic may be creating a path for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which was first introduced in 2012 to become law. This law will help clarify and define the rights of women to receive accommodations in the workplace.

“There’s no clear standard,” said Alex Berke, an employment lawyer at the New York-based Berke-Weiss Law firm who specializes in pregnancy discrimination cases. “It’s like a puzzle.”

New York State Pay Transparency Laws Go Into Effect

October 2, 2023
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The New York State Pay Transparency Law went into effect on September 17, 2023.

Department of Labor Proposes Changes to Automatic Overtime Eligibility

September 7, 2023
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Department of Labor increases salary requirements for employees who do not receive overtime.

NYS Close to Banning Some Non-Compete Agreements

July 31, 2023
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A bill limiting non-compete agreements in New York awaits the Governor's signature.

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