The laws for wrongful termination or discharge vary widely from state to state. In an "at-will employment" state, which includes most states, employers may hire or fire for any cause or for no cause at all. If the reason for termination or discharge, however, is a pretext for some underlying illegal reason, then it may be considered wrongful termination. Illegal reason to terminate an employee under New York law and the Federal Civil Rights Act can include retaliation for filing a claim of discrimination, sexual harassment, or hostile work environment. Likewise, retaliation after a whistleblower action can be considered wrongful termination. Contact an attorney for legal advice about a wrongful termination case in Richmond County, New York.
The NELA strives toward a world where employees are paid a living wage, that is free of employment discrimination, harassment or wrongful termination.
Lawyer Referral Service in Richmond County, NY - The Richmond County Bar Association in Staten Island has established a Lawyer Referral Service. Use the RCBA website to connect with an attorney qualified to handle your particular type of case. You can also call the service for a referral to an attorney in Staten Island or the surrounding areas in Richmond County, N.Y. The Lawyer Referral Service has hundreds of attorneys experienced in one of more of the 35 different legal practice areas.