Talk to your union, if you are in a union job. Otherwise, talk respectfully but firmly to someone in HR.

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I was terminated in 2011 and my union in my opinion didn't represent me fully even tho they took money out of my check for dues

You can file a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board, or bring a lawsuit for violation of the Labor-Management Relations Act. The...

I recently lost my job as a construction estimator?

When you get the severance agreement it will include wording that recommends you consult with an attorney before you sign. That is what you should...

Gender-based discrimination? I work in NYC for a public company and was just fired for questioning wage disparity?

It sounds like you are very upset about how you were mistreated, and with good reason. The timing of your termination makes it worth consulting...

In New York what is the statue of limitations on opening a case for wrongful termination?

I'm not sure why the DA would blame the company for the lawsuit. It was the DA who prosecuted the case. You might have against them for malicious...

What to do when an employer won't pay wages and a bonus the employee has earned.

If you worked there for more than a few weeks without getting paid, or there are other employees who have been treated similarly, it may be better...

What do you do when coworkers are harassing you on the job?

Best to ignore. Your boss wants the work to get done. If that comes to mean that someone else can do it better than you, there's a possibility you...

I have a case for sexual harassment and retaliation

If you have filed with the NYS DIvision of Human Rights, the agency investigator has the right to recommend you take the settlement. If you refuse,...

Do i sue for pain and suffereing, herrassment, or discrimination?

You need to think about 1) whether you should quit a union job, 2) whether you should sue, and 3) if so, for violating what laws. You need to meet...

I was terminated at my job because of a temporary injury (less than 6 months) that I suffered off the job? Is this legal?

A small employer with less than 50 employees is not obligated to keep your job open if they need to hire someone right away because you cannot...