What happens if you're suddenly terminated after reporting misconduct? What if your manager repeatedly overlooks you for promotions, or you're enduring harassment that HR fails to address? In a fast-moving, high-pressure city like New York, these challenges are more common than most realize, and they're often illegal.
Understanding Your Rights Under New York Employment Law
New York employees benefit from some of the strongest legal protections in the country. Beyond federal laws like Title VII and the FMLA, you're also protected under:
- The New York State Human Rights Law
- The New York City Human Rights Law
- State and city-specific wage and hour laws
- Whistleblower protections
- Anti-retaliation statutes
These laws cover a wide range of workplace issues, including:
- Discrimination based on race, gender, disability, age, religion, and more
- Sexual harassment or hostile work environments
- Wrongful termination or constructive discharge
- Retaliation for reporting misconduct
- Unpaid wages, overtime, or earned bonuses
If you're unsure whether what you've experienced is unlawful, speak to an employment lawyer right away—early advice can change the course of your case.
The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter. Specialist advice should be sought about your specific circumstances.
