Employment Law
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At Giordano Law Offices Personal Injury & Employment Lawyers, our multifaceted employment law attorneys are dedicated to representing employees throughout New York City, the New York metropolitan area, including New Jersey and Connecticut, and around the world during employment disputes. As a top New York City employment lawyer, Mr. Giordano and his employment law specialists have over 35 years of experience successfully handling employment law claims throughout New York, the United States, and internationally. Giordano Law represents a majority of C-Suite employees and higher-level executives in developing exit strategies, negotiating severance terms, litigation, and reviewing on-boarding agreements
We are always available for a free consultation. Whether by lawsuit, arbitration, or mediation, we are ready to go the distance for our clients. Over the years, we have developed successful strategies towards helping our clients obtain maximum compensation and benefits after work environment issues such as:
- hostile environment
- unequal salary
- wage violations
- discrimination
- hostile environment
- whistleblower retaliation
- sexual harassment
- race discrimination
- discrimination based on sexual orientation, ethnicity, and religion
- other wrongful employment practices, including wrongful termination
- unpaid overtime pay
- a violation of any related employment law or labor law.
We are one of the top-rated employment law attorney firms in the New York metropolitan area. We often handle severance negotiations for our clients at the managerial, director, and executive levels. We work to secure the best compensation and benefits packages for our clients. A good employment lawyer is always prepared to go to trial for their clients. Our employment law firm comprises seasoned employment lawyers. They will go the distance, whether by trial, arbitration, mediation, or negotiated settlement when appropriate.
Employment laws can be complicated and somewhat confusing to both employees and employers. That is why we would be proud to be your New York employment lawyers assisting you in understanding complicated employment laws. We will protect your rights through our comprehensive employment law services. And we will help you through a challenging, complicated, and stressful process. Our initial consultation is always free. The free consultation is an opportunity for you to understand your rights, know your options, and speak with an employment lawyer. Below is our overview of what you need to know about employment law generally and New York employment laws and regulations. Feel free to contact us online to get in touch with our lawyers and schedule a free consultation today. We are employment lawyers based in New York, NY. We are available for help throughout New York and elsewhere around the country.
For many employers, the “bottom line” often dictates decisions and the ultimate treatment of employees. It’s unfortunate, but employers, be it a bank, hedge fund, big tech, b2b, or other private company or governmental agency, can commit all sorts of unlawful actions that put employees at a serious disadvantage. Unequal bargaining power often gives rise to unjust practices and treatment. Employees, executives, and blue-collar workers can also be taken advantage of and bullied into submission without proper counsel. Employment lawyers and employment law firms like Giordano Law Offices Personal Injury & Employment Lawyers based here in New York can distinguish between a fair outcome and a disaster. We are happy to represent you for matters in the New York Metropolitan area, around the country, and the world. We provide support when any of the following has occurred:
- You are a victim of workplace discrimination, sexual harassment, and a hostile environment. Or your employer has retaliated against you in a whole variety of ways.
- You experienced an adverse employment action, wrongful termination, or wrongful discharge. It means that you were illegally fired from your employment.
- Your employer has forced or is attempting to force you into an employment contract that waives or limits your entitled rights.
- Your employer violated federal/state labor laws, whistleblower laws, and other anti-discrimination laws. These laws have been implemented to protect the rights of employees.
- Your employment agreements do not provide entitled benefits. These include health insurance benefits and employment compliance with relevant employment laws. It’s absolutely critical to immediately reach out to an employment lawyer located in New York City when you’ve become aware of any of these common employment-related matters. Our extensive experience within this practice area will ensure that our clients get the rightfully deserve results. We are employment lawyers dedicated to helping you when you need help the most.
How Much Does A New York Employment Attorney Cost?
The costs associated with hiring an employment lawyer depend on many factors. These include your individual case and the experience and skills of the law firm. We have decades of experience and understand employment laws in every related area.
Most employment lawyers will charge their clients based on flat rates, hourly rates, or a contingency fee. Flat/hourly rates may seem straightforward. But many people are confused about the details of contingency fees. Contingency fees typically mean that you are not obligated to pay a retainer or upfront fee. The contingency fees are payments for employment attorney services based on the amount of money we recover for you. Your obligation to pay is contingent on the outcome and the recovery. You won’t have to worry about paying our law firm until you’ve received your court award or settlement.
What Does An Employment Lawyer Do?
- handling employment discrimination,
- sexual harassment,
- hostility at work, and
- violations of employment laws.
- discrimination cases based on age,
- discrimination cases based on gender,
- discrimination cases based on race,
- discrimination cases based on ethnicity,
- discrimination cases based on religion,
- discrimination based on sexual orientation,
- discrimination based on skin color, and
- all forms of discrimination.
- Helping clients better understand their rights based upon applicable employment laws and devising the best course for legal action based on their unique situation. The employment attorneys at Giordano Law live for our clients, whether executives, union employees, and clients from all walks of life. Employment lawyers negotiate and review employment contracts before you sign. Employment lawyers negotiate separation or severance agreements before you sign. You are signing away your rights with unequal bargaining power. It is wise to have an employment lawyer review anything before signing it.
- Helping employers better understand their employment compliance obligations and how to implement best employment practices based upon New York and other employment and labor laws.
- Helping clients properly file their employment law complaints with the correct government agencies and explaining specific factors related to an individual’s claim.
- Assisting you with employment litigation, including a whole variety of different lawsuits. Some common legal claims that employment attorneys and labor attorneys will support include:
- wage violations and compensation disputes
- discrimination lawsuits
- class actions
- workers’ compensation claims
- union issues
- whistleblower claims
- FinCEN and FINRA issues
- health benefits
- hostile environment
- third-party lawsuits
- employment arbitration
- employment mediation
- many other areas
What Are New York's Employment Laws?
New York’s employment laws are undoubtedly very complex. And this link to New York’s employment law handbook is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to brush up on these regulations. Some of the federal laws that protect employees throughout New York include:
- Wage and hour laws
- Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Title VII on workplace discrimination
- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN)
- Whistleblower and retaliation laws
New York and New York City just so happen to have millions of employees who are constantly being taken advantage of in many ways. Our employment lawyers will support employees in protecting their rights through employment laws, labor laws, federal, state, and municipal laws. Our experience is unparalleled and provides years of knowledge in employment law, labor law, and related practice areas.
Our employment attorneys have tremendous experience. We help people better understand their unique employment agreements and how they do or do not coincide with New York employment laws. However, this is a lot easier said than done.
That’s why you should never hesitate to contact us for a legal consultation. Our specialists can better understand the unique factors permeating your case.
What Kind Of Lawsuit Can Employees Bring Against Employers?
Employees can bring various lawsuits against employers with the help of employment lawyers. The following five common lawsuits have been on the rise in recent years:
- Wrongful termination and employment discrimination (including being fired because of COVID-19)
- Discrimination lawsuits in the employment context. (hostile environment, sexual harassment, and unfair or unequal treatment)
- Wage law violations, unequal pay based on race, gender, age, ethnicity, or religion
- Torts, negligence, civil rights violations
- Breach of employment agreements, breach of confidentiality agreements, and violation of employment law and labor laws
Types of Employment Cases We Handle
Discrimination
Our employment attorney litigates and provides advice in all employment areas under applicable federal and New York state laws, including:
- sex orientation discrimination
- race discrimination
- gender discrimination
- pregnancy discrimination
- age discrimination
- color discrimination
- religion discrimination
- national origin discrimination
- caregiver status
Retaliation
Our NYC employment lawyers have broad experience representing employees with retaliation cases. It includes protecting employees against being suspended, demoted, harassed, threatened, or discriminated against for joining in certain protected activities. These activities may include complaining about discrimination or harassment and believing your employer is engaging in unlawful conduct.
Workplace Harassment And Hostile Work Environment
We represent clients who are victims of workplace harassment and hostile work environment. Under New York state law, employers are prohibited from allowing harassment based on:
- disability,
- gender,
- age,
- race,
- pregnancy,
- sexual orientation, and
- religion.
Wage And Hour Law Or Unpaid Overtime Pay
Our skilled employment attorneys represent employees with employment matters such as cases involving wages and hours worked. Per Fair Labor Standards Act, wage and hour cases comprise situations where workers are not paid overtime, not paid for all of their trips, and not paid for all hours worked.
Breach of Contract
Employment manuals and employment agreements provide workers with certain contractual rights such as certain employment benefits, a guaranteed employment period, and an accrual of time off. Some employees make a breach of contract by withholding employment benefits, firing employees before their guaranteed employment period expires, and not paying unused vacation time.
When To Hire A New York City Employment Attorney?
You should always hire New York City employment lawyers with experience when you’re an employee who has become the victim of all sorts of employment compliance violations, employment discrimination, and other misconduct. Many of which are listed above on this page. Our legal services are seasoned by decades of experience. Every employment lawyer in our firm is dedicated to helping employees and employers when they need our help the most.
When you’re an employer, you should hire employment lawyers when any of the following scenarios apply to your business:
- You require legal representation for union disputes and collective bargaining negotiations.
- An employee has filed sexual harassment or discrimination claim against you.
- You’re facing class actions based upon employment law.
- You plan to lay off employees, terminate benefits, or change any stipulations found in your employment contracts.
Contact A New York City Employment Attorney
The Giordano Law Offices Personal Injury & Employment Lawyers are an award-winning law firm based in New York City. We support countless employees and employers within all facets of employment law. And our decades of experience will put you and your unique case in a much better position for success.
So if you need a New York City employment attorney, then you’ve certainly come to the right place online. Contact us online or call or text us at 646-217-0749 to get in touch with our group of employment lawyers. Learn about your rights during your free consultation.
The Giordano Law Firm was founded by Attorney Jack Giordano. Mr. Jack Giordano is the managing partner and principal at the Giordano Law Firm.