New York City Employment Lawyer

Recent updates in Sweden’s employment law have improved the country’s protection of worker rights.  The Parental Leave Act prohibits the unfair treatment of employees who are on parental leave.  However, this act failed to guard worker rights if different terms or different treatments were a necessary part of the leave.    Based on a recent court case of two employees who were awarded smaller yearly bonuses because of parental leave, the law is set to shift soon.

Other changes include sickness leave benefits.  The alterations in law seek to make it easier for the employee to return to work.  In the past, workers sometimes had to perform job-related duties while out of the workplace.   Now, assessments will be made concerning the status of the employee and recommendations will be made as to what level of functioning they can reasonably perform.

If you have questions about your workplace rights, contact the experienced New York City employment attorneys of Cary Kane LLP today at 212.868.6300 to discuss your legal options.