New York Employment Lawyers
Fighting for Employees from Our Offices in Queens & Long Island, NY
Changing the workplace can change the world. When people are able to succeed in the workplace, they succeed in the eyes of others and erode prejudicial notions and stereotypes. By removing impediments to success—such as discrimination and sexual harassment—dedicated employment discrimination attorneys can help ensure that everyone has a chance to be successful. Ricotta & Marks, P.C., with offices in Queens and Long Island, is a New York employment law firm whose sole mission is to protect the rights of employees to bring about better workplaces for workers, and a better world.
As an employee, you have certain rights that are protected by both New York State and federal laws. Even though many of these laws have been on the books for decades, employers will still violate them. Your employer might also take advantage of your fear that you will lose your job if you speak up, but whistleblower laws protect you from workplace retaliation as well.
No matter what you are facing, we are passionate about helping. Our New York employment lawyers will put your best interests first. Call (917) 540-8565 to schedule a free initial consultation.
How we can help
Protecting Workers’ Rights. It’s All We Do.
Helping Victims of Harassment & Discrimination
As a full-service employment law firm, Ricotta & Marks, P.C. can help you with everything from employment contract negotiations to handling disputes through mediation and arbitration, all the way through to trial, when necessary. We even have experience with employer defense, so we can look at cases from all angles in order to develop a comprehensive legal strategy that takes every aspect of these complicated matters into account.
Our employment attorneys are dedicated to ensuring that all workers have the opportunity to pursue successful careers and experience workplaces that are free from harassment or other situations that create tension. For example, according to the New York Department of Human Rights, employers can be held responsible for sexual harassment in the workplace if the harassment was the fault of a co-owner, manager, or supervisor of the employer is responsible, regardless of whether or not they knew it was occurring. If the harassment occurred among regular employees, the employer can be held responsible if they knew about it, should have known about it, or failed to have a sexual harassment policy in place.
The same is true for employee discrimination, which includes a wide range of protected categories, such as disability, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and violations of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA). Discrimination should never be tolerated, as it creates unneeded stress, hurts productivity, and fosters a toxic work culture. At Ricotta & Marks, P.C., we stand up for what’s right, helping those who have been hurt by these unfair situations.
Meet Our Team
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$15 MIL Plaintiff on Bianco v. Flushing Hospital Medical Center
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$1 MIL Olsen, et al. v. The County of Nassau, et al.
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$875K Wallace v. Suffolk County Police Department
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$523K Penniston v. The New York City Department of Education (Co-Counsel)
“Matt was detail oriented, professional, kind and helpful.”
My experience was pleasant, very professional and I would recommend their service to friends and family. I felt understood during the duration of my lawsuit and when I decided to not continue due to personal matters, he was able to get a settlement on my behalf which was very helpful.
Wrongful Termination & Wage & Hour Disputes
Even in an “at will” work situation, you have the right to work. Employers will always claim that they had a valid reason to lay off or fire an employee but, in many circumstances, this is just disguised discrimination of one form or another. Continued employment and advancement are frequently based on performance reviews. If you have a perfect record, then suddenly go from perfect to pariah, it may be a case of your supervisor or employer giving a negative review to have an excuse to wrongfully terminate you or deny a promotion.
We also handle many cases that involve wage and hour disputes, including people in certain industries who often fall victim to these situations as well as instances involving unpaid overtime and/or under-the-table compensation.
Your job is your livelihood and being unfairly let go or paid less than you are owed can be an emotional and financial blow. Fortunately, you do have rights and you do not have to face these matters on your own. Our attorneys will work with you within your means, helping you make decisions that protect your best interests. We have no ulterior motives when it comes to helping local employees – our goal is to provide a realistic view of your options, backed by our years of experience and resources, to help you move forward with your life.
To learn more, please do not hesitate to contact us and schedule a free initial and confidential consultation at our Queens or Long Island offices today.
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We’re committed to protecting your rights and ensuring you’re treated with the respect and fairness you deserve, free from discrimination and harassment.
Treating Clients Like Family While Aggressively Fighting for Their Rights
Other firms may handle employment matters occasionally. Our attorneys at Ricotta & Marks, P.C. focus exclusively on employment law. We handle these cases every day and protecting workers’ rights is all we do.
We take on complex issues such as sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and discrimination in all of its forms. We also work closely with New York teachers facing 3020-a hearings and the possibility of losing their jobs, as well as employees who lose their jobs for attempting to unionize.
The lawyers at our firm have more than 35 years of combined experience and have helped hundreds of clients across NYC. We are willing to take cases to court when reasonable settlements cannot be reached and will never pressure our clients to take the first settlement offered. Instead, will fight for what is right. Our attorneys excel at trial, winning some of the state’s highest trial verdicts in recent years.
We believe that by fighting workplace harassment and discrimination, we help create a better world for all workers. Due to our laser-sharp focus, realistic approach, and constant communication, we not only have the knowledge and experience to identify illegal activities but are fully prepared to help clients take forceful action against employers who break the law.
the difference you deserve
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HONESTY & CLARITY
We know deciding how to move forward can feel overwhelming. We take the time to listen to your unique situation and explain your options in detail. You can count on us listening carefully, being upfront with you about your options, and provide honest guidance every step of the way.
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SUPPORT THAT FITS YOU
We understand every client has different circumstances and are committed to making sure you have access to the justice you deserve without unnecessary burdens. With us by your side, you’ll have the right legal support every step of the way—support that fits you and your case perfectly.
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BECAUSE YOU MATTER
We're not just focused on the legal aspects of your case - we truly care about you as a person. We know the emotional toll these cases can take and are committed to supporting you with empathy, genuine compassion and dedication.