Unlawful Termination (Manhattan)

Far too often employers take advantage of their workforce. If your hours were cut unfairly due to discrimination or you are being denied your rightful commission/wage, you have come to the right place. Held & Hines is proud of our long tradition of putting workers first. We are devoted to recovering the wages you are owed and obtaining any losses that your employer has caused. An experienced attorney from our firm is available for a free initial consultation today. Our contingency fee retainer ensures that you will never pay out-of-pocket; that is, you do not have to pay any legal fees unless you win or recover compensation. Don’t wait – there are statutes of limitations (time restrictions) for these types of legal matters. Contact Held & Hines today.

Several situations may contribute to an employee’s minimum wage claim. Whether you have been unfairly compensated, denied overtime pay, or suffered a similar wage-related injustice, our capable attorneys are here to help. We understand that the added stress of these claims, coupled with potential financial hardship, can be cumbersome. That is why, as your representatives, Held & Hines will handle all facets of your case, from A to Z, allowing you the freedom to focus on your commitments. It is vital that you disclose any and all employment related injustices so that our experienced attorneys can assist you, including (but not limited to):

• Being forced to work through your meal or rest periods
• Compensation, commission, gratuities, or other earnings withheld
• Forced to report incorrect hours
• Forced to work overtime without receiving overtime pay
• Misclassification of employment status resulting in insufficient pay
• Payment for vacation time, sick time, or other leaves withheld
• Payment withheld for work done off-the-clock
• Wrongful termination

It is illegal for employers to retaliate against workers for filing minimum wage lawsuits. Examples of such retaliation include firing or demoting their workers, reducing hours, assigning undesirable shifts, cutting job duties, and purposefully giving false performance reviews.

When the United States Congress proposed the Wage Theft Prevention and Recovery Act, they found that workers lose an aggregate $8.6 billion annually from wage theft. This is not just bad for employees; it impacts social service funds and tax revenues and harms the economy as a whole. We believe in holding employers accountable and fighting for workers’ rights. Our experienced attorneys at Held & Hines will evaluate your case, gather evidence to strengthen and support your claim, and explore every legal avenue to ensure that the maximum amount of compensation is achieved. We take our clients’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being extremely seriously, and we will work tirelessly for you and your loved ones.

Many take pride in their everyday contributions to society at work. Like you, we at Held & Hines enjoy waking up and serving the public with our individual proficiency. While occupation may not be one’s only source of livelihood, it is a part of their identity. This is why being wrongfully terminated can be extremely distressing. Losing a job can be a devastating experience, not just financially, but emotionally as well. If you or someone you love believe that you have fallen victim to a wrongful termination, you should seek legal counsel as you may be entitled to compensation. Held & Hines is proud of our long tradition of putting workers first. An experienced attorney from our firm is available to meet with you for a free initial consultation today. Our contingency fee retainer ensures that you will never pay out-of-pocket; that is, you do not have to pay any fees unless you win or recover compensation. Don’t wait – there are statutes of limitations (time restrictions) for these types of legal matters. Contact Held & Hines today.

Wrongful Termination Logistics

New York is an employment “at will” state. This means that employers can terminate employees at will, without justification, for any reason or no reason at all, except for a discriminatory reason. Unfortunately, this means that you can show up on time, perform excellent work, stay within your boundaries, and still be legally fired. A non-comprehensive list of reasons your employer may not terminate your employment includes (but is not limited to):

• Physical or mental disabilities
• Age
• Race
• Gender
• Sexual orientation/identity
• Religion
• Military status
• Political beliefs
• Whistleblower status
• Use of Family Medical Leave or Pregnancy
• Being a victim of abuse or stalking
• Discussing income or workplace conditions
• Filing a safety complaint
• Making a reasonable request for accommodations
• Filing a worker’s compensation claim
• Violations of the WARN Act (requiring notice before mass layoffs)
• Termination without cause in a situation with an implied contract

Based in Brooklyn, our experienced attorneys at Held & Hines are available to evaluate your case, gather evidence to strengthen and support your claim, and explore every legal avenue to ensure that the maximum amount of compensation is achieved. We take our clients’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being extremely seriously, and we will work tirelessly for you and your loved ones. We will pursue justice for you and your family to the fullest extent of the law.

Don’t wait – contact Held and Hines today for your free, confidential consultation.

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