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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.

FOX News’ Jacqui Heinrich interviews Philip Gordon for feature story, “Man Loses Job Opportunity After Threatening Remarks on Dating App.” Gordon explains the pitfalls of online activity for job applicants. A link to that story is included here (View Video)Let me know your thoughts.

Philip Gordon Co-Chairs the panel on class actions at the 37th Annual Labor and Employment Law Spring Conference of Massachusetts Bar Association on May 6, 2016 (View Article)

Often touted as the great disruptor, big data has proven a valuable tool. But in the world of health and disability discrimination, big data may be driving some of the most serious and disturbing employment discrimination epidemics at every level. At its core, discrimination is the use of a known current characteristic – such as…

Philip served on the Faculty for the “18th Annual Employment Law Conference,” Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education (December 4, 2015) (View Article)

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…

“Former Professor Suing University Granted Tenure at Tufts,” The Crimson (April 3, 2015) (View Article)