Workplace Sexual Harassment Post-Covid
Workplace sexual harassment of employees is an awful and unfortunately commonplace situation that can damage people in many ways. An Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) study found that anywhere from 25-85% of women have experienced sexual harassment in the workplace. For a variety of reasons, that study also found that 75% of workplace harassment incidents go unreported. Workplace sexual harassment certainly did not vanish when many jobs went remote at the onset of the Covid pandemic (as we note below, …
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New York State Equal Pay Protections
Both the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and the New York State Equal Pay Act were designed to address the practice of employers paying their female employees less than male colleagues performing the same responsibilities. These laws provide an avenue for female employees dealing with this issue to address the disparities in compensation. Individuals who live in New York State can find additional resources, overviews of other relevant statutes, and file a complaint about workplace discrimination by visiting the website …
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Equal Pay Settlement for USWNT – Katie Abernethy on WRAL
Renee Chou, WRAL Anchor: After a 6 year court battle with several members of the World Cup championship team over equal pay, the U.S. Soccer Federation has reached a settlement with the players. WRAL’s Amanda Lamb just spoke with members of the North Carolina Courage, and she joins us from the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary. Amanda? Amanda Lamb, WRAL Reporter: Renee, this is the result of a lawsuit filed in March of 2019 by 28 players from the U.S. …
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Conversation and Compromise: How to Make the Most of Mediation
Mediation can be a difficult process for both plaintiff and defendant. This episode, Laura Noble speaks with Steve Dunn, an attorney and certified mediator, who explains how to refresh your approach to mediation and achieve the best possible outcome. What is mediation? Mediation is a designated occasion where opposing parties talk about settlement, facilitated by a neutral third party. It is a structured discussion about resolution and is a unique opportunity for both parties to work towards the same goal: …
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New York Employment Law: Cannabis
The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) is a 2021 law passed in New York State that legalizes the recreational use of cannabis while also amending New York Labor Law. Employers and employees in New York should have a full understanding of this law and their rights and obligations under it. As an employment law firm that serves the state of New York, The Noble Law wanted to dig into the details of what this New York employment law means …
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New Law Provides More Protections for New York Whistleblowers
On January 26, 2022, updates to New York Labor Law § 740 will cause major changes to New York whistleblower laws. Cathryn Harris-Marchesi, partner and employment attorney at The Noble Law, explains these revisions in our most recent audio blog. Extending New York Whistleblower Protections Prior to the enactment of this amendment, whistleblower law in New York provided little support for employees who spoke out against their employer’s violation of the law. Employers could only be held accountable for retaliation …
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Two Supreme Court Vaccine Decisions Tell the Tale of Two Americas
On January 13, 2022, the Supreme Court handed down decisions in two cases involving the federal government’s attempt to require vaccines for employees working in large employment settings and health care facilities, projecting the direction of future COVID-19 vaccine laws. In the “large employer” case, titled Nat’l Fed. Independent Bus. V. Dept. of Labor, the conservative majority held that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) exceeded its statutory authority to impose a vaccine or test rule, dissolving this rule …
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OSHA Vaccine Mandate Denied by Supreme Court
Yesterday, the Supreme Court denied the Biden administration’s vaccine requirement for businesses over 100 employees. Laura Noble spoke with ABC News to discuss the impact OSHA’s vaccine mandate could have had on North Carolina businesses. Lauren Johnson: Tonight people are talking about the Supreme Court’s decision earlier in the day blocking the Biden administration’s vaccine requirement for large businesses. The justices say OSHA did not have the authority to enforce the mandate. The ruling effects some 80 million employees all …
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What is the Role of an Executive Compensation Lawyer?
Contracts setting out executive compensation do more than simply define an individual’s role and expectations in an organization. They also establish key contractual and legal obligations between an employee and their employer. In almost all cases, an employer will use a lawyer to draft the contract. An experienced executive compensation attorney helps employees protect their best interests and negotiate the best possible contract. Whether in North Carolina, New York, or South Carolina, The Noble Law is prepared to assist on …
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Laura Noble Speaks to WRAL About Supreme Court Vaccine Mandate Ruling
Last night, managing partner Laura Noble appeared on WRAL News to discuss the Supreme Court’s decision to halt President Biden’s vaccine mandate requirement for businesses with over 100 employees. Debra Morgan: Today the Supreme Court halted a major push by the Biden administration to get more shots into arms. Gerald Owens: The mandate required businesses with more than 100 employees to get vaccinated to be tested each week. The Court ruled the administration overstepped its authority. Morgan: The Court did …
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