Bronx, New York Employment Attorneys

 

As an employee, you have many rights mandated by New York State and Federal laws, which govern how workers must be treated, safety standards, and regulations to protect workers from exploitation. At Pryor Law, we stand up for the rights of employees who have been victimized by their employers. Whether you have experienced discrimination or harassment in the workplace or have fallen victim to a wage and hour violation, we will fight for your rights to get you the compensation you are entitled to. Call us today at (718) 829-0222 or fill out our contact form online for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your claim with one of our dedicated employment attorneys.

 

Wage and Hour Claims:

When an employer cheats their workers out of their hard-earned wages, they must be held accountable. Wage theft can occur in several ways and in almost any industry or occupation. Some employers commit wage theft by cheating their workers out of overtime pay, while others improperly classify their employees to avoid providing the legally required benefits that come with full-time employment. Some common forms of wage theft include:

• Failure to pay overtime wages to employees
• Improperly classifying employees as salaried workers employees or independent contractors
• Failure to provide benefits to full-time workers
• Failure to pay minimum wage as mandated by state and federal laws
• Paying an employee a fixed hourly rate to avoid overtime pay
• Illegally deducting wages from an employee’s paycheck

 

Harassment and Discrimination Claims:

Our harassment and discrimination attorneys regularly represent employees who have been mistreated by co-workers, supervisors, or employers and have fallen victim to workplace harassment and discrimination. New York and Federal laws mandate how an employee may be treated at work. Employers must adhere to these rules and regulations when hiring, firing, promoting, demoting, evaluating, and paying their employees. And although harassment and discrimination laws prevent some workplace injustices, employers still routinely commit violations. Some common forms of harassment and discrimination include:

• Sexual harassment
• Workplace harassment/ hostile work environment
• Age discrimination
• Disability discrimination
• Race, religion, or national origin discrimination
• Gender discrimination

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Wrongful termination:

Wrongful termination occurs when an employee is fired for an illegal reason, such as retaliation or discrimination. Even if you’re considered an employee at will[1], federal and state laws require your employer to provide you with written notice upon termination, which details the date of termination and the exact date of the cancellation of your benefits (if any). This notice requirement also applies to employees who resign, retire, quit, or are laid off.

 

Non-competition and confidentiality agreements:

Many businesses require their employees to sign confidentiality and non-compete agreements. These agreements are often complex and convoluting, and even a minor dispute can have serious effects on your career and livelihood. Our employment attorneys at Pryor Law can help you navigate such agreements and represent your legal interest in the event of a dispute.

 

If you believe your employer has violated such laws and regulations, contact one of our employment attorneys at Pryor Law to discuss your experience. We will evaluate your situation to determine if your employer has violated labor and employment laws and fight for your rights to get you the justice and compensation you deserve. Call us at (718) 829-0222 or fill out our online contact form to get in touch with an experienced and dedicated employment attorney.

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We work closely with our clients to ensure their legal rights are protected. Call us at (718) 829-0222 or fill out our contact form for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your employment matter. We are in the Bronx, New York, and our experienced employment attorneys are ready to fight for you.

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The Law Offices of Edmond J. Pryor

292 City Island Ave., Bronx, NY 10464

Phone: 718-829-0222 | Email: info@pryorlaw.com

 

 

[1] At will employment is a common type of employment that isn’t governed by contract, but rather can be terminated by employer or employee at any time.