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Thousands of workplace discrimination claims are filed in New York State and the country at large every year. This points to a serious and pervasive issue within employment settings across the United States. Fortunately, there are a variety of federal, state, and city laws that have been put in place to combat this form of…

An individual’s workplace environment is an integral part of their day-to-day routine. When a work environment becomes hostile it can be incredibly difficult to manage. Not feeling comfortable, safe, and respected in a workplace can have a substantial impact on a person’s emotional well-being. In turn, this can also affect a person’s finances, especially if…

Choosing An Employment Lawyer In New York City If you have experienced employment discrimination in New York City, you may feel unsure how to proceed and how to hold your perpetrators accountable. The consequences of discrimination are far-reaching and many victims of employment discrimination feel vulnerable and unsafe. In this way, it can be very…

Being subjected to pregnancy discrimination can have life-long emotional and financial consequences. It is prohibited, under state and federal law, to treat a woman unfavorably due to her pregnancy or childbirth status. If an employer is found to be in violation of these laws, you may be able to seek legal recourse. If you are…

Sexual harassment is a particularly devastating form of discrimination that can have lasting effects on an employee’s job and income prospects. Victims of sexual harassment are often subject to emotional distress, long-term adverse health consequences, and/or loss of employment. One of the most common forms of sexual harassment is called quid pro quo harassment, but…

What Constitutes Wrongful Termination? Essentially, wrongful termination depends on the employer. In New York, private employers have much more freedom in terminating employees for almost any reason they see fit. This is not necessarily true for public employers or employers of union workers, however, who must uphold collective-bargaining agreements in their termination of employees. Collective bargaining…