Employee Justice NYC

06/26/2026

The New York Senate has already passed a bill that would ban most employment non-compete agreements for “covered individuals” earning less than $500,000 per year. It’s currently pending before the State Assembly.

If it passes, it would be one of the most sweeping non-compete bans in the country and it would directly affect how executives structure departures, talent retention, and C-suite agreements.

Whether you’re negotiating your next role or protecting your company’s competitive edge, the clock may be ticking on how useful that non-compete clause actually is.

06/25/2026

RECENT SETTLEMENTS ALERT:
Joseph & Norinsberg is proud to share that over the course of two weeks, Senior Litigation Associate William Oates, Associate Yori Johnson, and our WTC team secured an incredible $2,062,500 in settlement results.

This achievement reflects the firm’s hard work, dedication, and continued commitment to fighting for employee rights and delivering meaningful results for the clients we represent.

06/24/2026

We are pleased to welcome Jonathan Trinidad Lira to Joseph & Norinsberg as an associate attorney.

Jonathan is an experienced employment law attorney who handles all stages of litigation with a client-focused approach. He is passionate about protecting civil rights and advocating for fairness in the workplace, representing employees in discrimination, retaliation, and whistleblower matters.

With experience in both litigation and mediation, Jonathan works to achieve strong outcomes for his clients. We are excited to have him on board and we look forward to his contributions to the firm.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, father figures, and mentors who make a difference every day.

06/19/2026

Honoring Juneteenth. ❤️🖤💚

06/17/2026

⚖️ New Employment Laws Taking Effect This July
Employees and employers in New York and New Jersey should be aware of two important workplace law changes taking effect this month:
📍 New York City (July 28)
Security guard employers will be required to provide minimum wage, paid vacation time, and supplemental benefits to eligible security guard employees.
📍 New Jersey (July 17)
The New Jersey Family Leave Act is expanding, extending job-protected leave protections to an estimated 400,000 additional workers by lowering eligibility thresholds.

06/13/2026

NYC law recognizes several forms of gender-based violence in civil claims.

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06/12/2026

As AI and new technologies reshape the workplace, age discrimination may be taking new forms.
If you're 40 or older, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) provides important protections against age-based bias in hiring, layoffs, promotions, and other workplace decisions.
Our latest blog breaks down what employees need to know about their rights in 2026.
Read the full article below.

The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) in 2026: What Workers Should Know In 2026, AI is shaping new trends […]

06/08/2026

🚨 BREAKING FIRM NEWS COVERAGE: The Daily Mail has published the first article announcing Joseph & Norinsberg's representation of former JPMorgan banker Chirayu Rana.

The firm has filed to discontinue the New York state court action and pursue a broader federal lawsuit. According to the filing, substantial new evidence has emerged, with additional claims expected to include race discrimination, retaliation, and interference with protected employment rights.

Partners Bennitta Joseph and Jon Norinsberg stated that the federal action will provide a more comprehensive forum for the evidence and allegations at issue.

Read the full article below.

Chirayu Rana, 35, filed a motion Monday asking a Manhattan judge to voluntarily dismiss his lawsuit against JPMC and executive director Lorna Hajdini, 37, without prejudice.

06/06/2026

If something at work feels off, it’s okay to learn more about your rights.

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