Long Island Employment Lawyer | Joshua P. Frank

Protecting Employee Rights Across Nassau County, Suffolk County and NYC

Experienced Legal Representation for Workplace Discrimination, Sexual Harassment & Wrongful Termination in New York

Are you an employee on Long Island facing unfair treatment, discrimination, or harassment in the workplace? Navigating complex employment laws can be daunting, but you don't have to face it alone. Long Island Employment Lawyer, Joshua P. Frank is committed to protecting your rights and fighting for the justice you deserve. The Law Office of Joshua P. Frank, PLLC understands the unique employment landscape of the community and is here to provide compassionate, effective legal guidance. If you need an experienced Long Island Employment Lawyer, Joshua P. Frank offers free and confidential consultations.

What is the function of an Employment Lawyer?

An employment lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in the complex area of law the governs the relationship between employees and their employer. They provide legal advice, guidance and representation on a wide range of workplace issues.

The Law Office of Joshua P. Frank, PLLC located in Garden City, NY specializes in handling sensitive and complex cases in New York City and on Long Island including:

Sexual Harassment: Providing a voice for victims of unwelcome advances, hostile work environments, and all forms of workplace harassment.
Wrongful Termination: Fighting for employees who have been illegally fired from their jobs.
Workplace Discrimination: Advocating for individuals who have faced discrimination based on race, age, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or pregnancy.
Hostile Work Environment: Assisting clients who are subjected to pervasive and intimidating workplace conditions.
Severance Negotiations: Offering expert legal counsel to ensure fair and favorable severance agreements.

Key Roles of an Employment Lawyer

Employment lawyers handle various legal matters, including:

Representing Employees: When an employee believes their rights have been violated, an employment lawyer can advocate for them. This can involve:
- Discrimination: Handling cases related to discrimination based on protected characteristics like race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and national origin.
- Wrongful Termination: Assessing if a firing was illegal, even in "at-will" states like New York, due to discrimination, retaliation, or a breach of contract.
- Wage and Hour Disputes: Helping employees recover unpaid wages, overtime, or minimum wage that was denied by their employer.
- Harassment and Hostile Work Environment: Addressing issues of sexual harassment, bullying, and other conduct that creates a hostile workplace.
- Retaliation: Protecting employees who have been punished by their employer for engaging in a legally protected activity, such as reporting misconduct or filing a complaint.
- Reviewing Contracts: Negotiating and reviewing employment contracts, non-compete agreements, and severance packages to ensure the terms are fair and legally compliant.

Common Employment Law Issues on Long Island

Employment Discrimination: This includes discrimination based on race, religion, age, gender, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and disability.

Wrongful Termination: While New York is an "at-will" employment state, a termination can be "wrongful" if it's based on an illegal reason, such as discrimination or retaliation.

Retaliation: Retaliation is when an employer punishes an employee for a legally protected activity. This refers to an employer taking adverse action against an employee for engaging in a legally protected activity, such as reporting discrimination, complaining about wage issues, or taking FMLA leave.

Wage and Hour Claims: This includes issues like unpaid wages, overtime pay, and minimum wage violations.

Sexual Harassment and Hostile Work Environment: The Law Office of Joshua P. Frank, PLLC specializes in representing employees who have faced a hostile work environment due to harassment.

Severance Agreements and Employment Contracts: The Law Office of Joshua P. Frank, PLLC provides counsel on reviewing and negotiating severance packages and employment contracts.

Long Island Employment Lawyer Practice Areas

Wrongful Termination
Workplace Discrimination (including Race, Age, Gender, Disability, etc.)
Sexual Harassment
Wage & Hour Claims (Unpaid Overtime, Minimum Wage)
Retaliation
Severance Agreement Review & Negotiation
Hostile Work Environment
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Whistleblower Claims

Schedule a Free Case Evaluation with an experienced NYC & Long Island Employment Lawyer

If you have been subjected to discrimination, wrongful termination, or harassment in the workplace, you have rights. Long Island Employment Lawyer, Joshua P. Frank is here to help you understand your legal options. The firm offers a free and confidential consultation.