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As an independent contractor, you work hard to provide services, meet deadlines, and fulfill agreements with your clients. Unlike traditional employees, independent contractors are not covered by many wage and hour protections under federal and state law. However, that does not mean you have no rights. If a client or company refuses to pay you…

Understanding the differences between W2 employees and independent contractors is critical for both workers and employers. Misclassification can result in lost wages, denied benefits, and legal complications. While some workers enjoy the flexibility of contracting, others prefer the stability of traditional employment. However, employers sometimes misclassify workers to avoid providing benefits, overtime pay, and tax…

Understanding overtime pay is crucial for employees in Massachusetts, where state laws offer strong protections to ensure fair compensation. Whether you’re working extra hours to meet deadlines or covering additional shifts, you deserve to be paid correctly. Employers must comply with both state and federal laws when determining overtime pay, and failure to do so…

Philip Gordon interviewed for article on the termination of Matt Lauer from NBC’s Today Show. Click here for article. Click here for radio interview podcast. Of course, if you’re experiencing sexual harassment or any other issues in the workplace, give us a call. Gordon Interviewed About Matt Lauer Termination: Insights on Workplace Harassment and Employment…

Philip Gordon of Gordon LLP was recently interviewed by journalist Jacqui Heinrich for a feature segment on how online threats workplace job applicant screening risks impact hiring decisions, workplace policy interpretation, and evidence governance during applicant screening. The segment, published by FOX News, focused on the story Man Loses Job Opportunity After Threatening Remarks on…

Philip Gordon, partner and employment law strategist at Gordon LLP, co-chaired the Class Actions Labor Employment Law panel at the 37th Annual Labor and Employment Law Spring Conference, hosted by the Massachusetts Bar Association. The conference was held on May 6, 2016 in Massachusetts, and convened national employment lawyers, public policy advisors, labor rights advocates,…

Big data has changed how companies hire, monitor performance, and manage worker risk. While analytics are often presented as objective decision-making tools, their real-world use raises serious legal and ethical concerns—especially for workers with disabilities. The risks of data-driven discrimination in hiring and workforce structuring are now more significant than ever. A recent industry discussion…

Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) appointed attorney Philip Gordon to the faculty for its 18th Annual Employment Law Conference on December 4, 2015. This selection recognized his more than three decades of experience guiding organizations and employees through employment law challenges. The 2015 conference brought together attorneys, policymakers, HR professionals, and workforce advocates from around…

Has your employer punished you for insisting upon your rights? A recent court ruling makes it harder for courts to dismiss employee claims of retaliation. The case arose from the employment of an African American woman at a resort hotel.  Shortly after her initial hire date, she alleges that she was called a “porch monkey”…

The National Committee on Pay Equality named Tuesday, April 14, 2015 Equal Pay Day in an effort to call attention to the inequitable pay gaps that still exist between female and male workers. Each year the organization selects a day to commemorate individuals who are making strides towards pay equality and influence business owners to examine…