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In New York City, transit workers are an essential part of daily life, even if few commuters notice their importance. In addition to playing a key role in keeping the city running smoothly, these workers are subject to various dangers while on the job. If there are...

Congratulations to founding partner, Vincent F. , for being honored by the City of New york. For three decades, Vincent F. has concentrated his legal practice on labor and management relations. He is a founding...

Even New Yorkers who understand labor law might not grasp the full scope of the Family and Medical Leave Act and the rights they have under it. FMLA allows people to have maternity and even paternity leave for a designated period without fear of losing their jobs;...

It's no secret that construction work is among the most dangerous jobs in America. Potential safety hazards manifest themselves every day. Employees, contractors and unions alike must always be vigilant in preventing accidents. With the help of collective bargaining...

When New York employees seek to exercise their rights to time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), there are certain factors their union leadership and they must be aware of to comply with the law. For example, when an employee is eligible for FMLA and...

New Yorkers should be aware that U.S. labor law gives them the right to take advantage of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), should the need arise. With FMLA, there are certain employee benefits available to take time off for a variety of health-related and...

The Family and Medical Leave Act is an important part of employment law. There are numerous issues that are dealt with under the FMLA, including when the person who took the allowed time under the law decides to return to work. There are times when people try to get...

Fast food employees in New York City will soon see a change in how they are scheduled. A new law, supported by local labor unions, requires employers to make employee schedules sooner and pay them for last minute changes, according to Reuters. The change is part of a...

There are certain types of jobs in which employers assert that it is all-but impossible to allow their workers to unionize. With these jobs, there are frequently abuses perpetrated against these workers and they are a violation of labor law whether the workers have...

Being recognized for your accomplishments and contributions is a very honorable experience. Such an occasion occurred recently, recognizing Vincent F. , who is the founding and managing partner of , LLP. This law...