New York City Worker Retaliation Lawyer
Employees are afforded various rights under federal and state laws. When employees exercise those rights and are retaliated against by their employer, they need legal representation that can work to rectify the situation. Contact a knowledgeable New York City worker retaliation lawyer from Mirza Law to learn more about what we can do for you.
Worker Retaliation Lawyer | Fighting for Employees Who’ve Been Wronged
The fact is simple: employees are often mistreated by their employers. This is no secret. It’s also common for employers to violate company policy or even the law. When employers engage in unlawful or unethical behavior, employees have a right to report this wrongdoing. Unfortunately, when employers find out they’ve been reported, they will often lash out and retaliate against the employee. If you’ve been retaliated against, our New York employment lawyer can help.
Examples of Retaliation in the Workplace
Employees have a right to report any instance of employer discrimination or wrongdoing. That said, whistleblowers are all too frequently retaliated against simply for trying to make the workplace safer or more inclusive. Retaliation can come in several forms, but it almost always ends with employees having their rights violated. Just some examples of retaliation in the workplace include the following:
- Wrongful termination
- Demotions
- Pay cuts
- Layoffs
- Harassment
Taking Legal Action After Being Retaliated Against
If you’ve been made a victim of retaliation in the workplace, you should do what you can to document evidence of the incident of retaliation. You should also ensure that you speak with a knowledgeable New York City retaliation lawyer who can assess the circumstances surrounding your case, any evidence you may have, and, from there, fight for justice. You’d be surprised how complex it can be here in New York State to prove an act of retaliation truly occurred, which is why you should never proceed without a competent law firm in your corner.
Statute of Limitations for Retaliation Claims
If you were retaliated against in the workplace, in accordance with NY State labor Law Section 740, you will have two years from the date you were retaliated against to bring a civil action against your employer.
Contact an NYC Worker Retaliation Lawyer Today
Were you retaliated against simply for exercising your rights and standing up against your employer’s wrongdoing? If so, you can feel confident in your choice of an attorney right here at Mirza Law. Our firm has fought on behalf of those who have had their rights violated in the workplace and we are prepared to fight for you as well. Contact us today to schedule your initial consultation with our firm. We’re here to listen to your story, determine whether you have a case, and, from there, pursue justice on your behalf.