Wrongful Termination

New York City Wrongful Termination Attorneys

When you work hard, put in the time, and follow the protocols of your place of employment, you expect to be treated fairly and with respect. Unfortunately, many New York City employees face wrongful termination by the hands of their employers. If you believe that your firing was a result of wrongful termination, Brown Kwon & Lam will fight for you.


Fired for an unlawful reason? Speak with a qualified wrongful termination lawyer in New York City at Brown Kwon & Lam. Contact us online or dial (212) 295-5828 for a consultation.


Understanding Your Rights As An Employee

As an employee in New York City, it's important to understand your rights when it comes to wrongful termination and at-will employment. Our team of experienced employment law attorneys at Brown Kwon & Lam can provide you with the knowledge and support you need to navigate the complex laws surrounding wrongful termination in New York City.

Some key points to consider include:

  • Understanding the concept of at-will employment and its limitations
  • Knowing the types of wrongful termination recognized in New York City
  • Being aware of workplace violations and how to document them
  • Understanding the steps to prove wrongful termination and seek justice

Having the correct information gives you the ability to protect your rights at work and take appropriate action if you believe someone has been fired unfairly. Get in contact with our committed staff right now to set up a meeting and learn more about the support we can offer.

At-Will Employment in New York City

New York City is an at-will employment state, meaning that an employer may terminate an employment contract at any time for any reason. However, if the termination is a result of discriminatory actions, the termination is illegal.

Permissible terms of termination include:

  • Downsizing
  • History of performance issues
  • Conflicts within staff

Though New York City is an at-will employment state, that does not mean employers will use the above situations to terminate someone wrongfully.

This can include only terminating people of color in the workplace when it comes to downsizing, issues with one group of employees of a protected class, and more.

Types of Wrongful Termination in New York City

Wrongful termination can look like a variety of things. Most commonly, employers will try to mask a firing as an unrelated issue. However, in many cases, employees know that there is something going on behind closed doors.

Common forms of wrongful termination in New York City include:

  • Discrimination on the basis of a protected category like race, sex, gender, disability, national origin, etc.
  • Retaliation
  • Breach of contractual obligations
  • Employment policy
  • Public duty such as jury duty, voting, etc.

Unless your employment contract specifically states the terms of your employment in regards to hiring and firing, proving wrongful termination in New York City can be difficult–but not impossible.

How to Prove Wrongful Termination In New York City

When you suspect your firing was a result of wrongful termination in New York City, it’s important that you have some evidence to support your theory. Best case scenario, your employment contract may be used to show that you were wrongfully terminated. 

In some cases, your employee rights attorney may be able to review the language of the contract against the events that preceded your termination to prove it was unlawful. This may include the use of sick time, time off for civic duties like jury duty and voting, etc.

If discrepancies in your contract do not exist, it may become a bit more difficult to prove. If you believe you were wrongfully terminated because of your status as a member of a protected class, you will have to show a pattern of behaviors that support this.

Such behaviors may include:

  • Discriminatory comments
  • Disparate treatment between employees of a different class
  • Sexual harassment

You may need to show evidence in the form of witness testimony, emails, voice mails, etc. to support these claims.

When your wrongful termination case shows it is in violation of federal and state laws, you will need a trusted employee rights attorney to fight for you. You’ll need Brown Kwon & Lam.




New York City Wrongful Termination Attorneys: Brown Kwon & Lam

If you are fired, you may feel shocked and uncertain about what to do next. But if you believe that your termination is actually a case of wrongful termination, you need legal support. Brown Kwon & Lam is the New York City wrongful termination lawyer for employees in New York City City.


Contact us today. We’ll review your case and bring your former employer to task.


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