Long Island Workplace Harassment Lawyers
Our attorneys at Eisenberg & Baum, LLP, are dedicated to protecting your rights and ensuring a safe work environment on Long Island. Workplace harassment can take many forms. It can also affect your job performance and impact your mental well-being. We can help you identify, document and pursue legal remedies for the harassment you face at work and help you seek the justice you deserve.
What Is Workplace Harassment?
Workplace harassment can involve any unwelcome conduct based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or other protected characteristics that creates a hostile or intimidating work environment. It can also include physical, verbal, or psychological harassment and may violate state and federal employment laws.
What Types Of Workplace Harassment Can Our Long Island Attorneys Assist With?
Our Long Island attorneys can assist with various types of workplace harassment, including:
- Sexual harassment: Unwanted sexual advances or behavior that creates a hostile work environment. For more details, visit our sexual harassment page.
- Harassment based on protected classes: This can include discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion or sexual orientation.
- Physical harassment: Unwanted physical contact or threatening behavior such as slapping, touching, groping, kissing or other unwanted forms of touch.
- Verbal harassment: Offensive comments or jokes that are demeaning to an individual or group.
- Psychological harassment: Manipulative or coercive behavior that can impact people’s mental health or well-being.
- Racial harassment: Derogatory comments or behavior toward workers of a specific race.
If you are experiencing any of these forms of harassment in Long Island, please get in touch with our office today by calling 212-847-4999. We can help you in filing a harassment claim.
Can You Sue Your Employer In New York For Harassment?
Yes, you can sue your employer in New York for harassment if you have experienced unlawful conduct that violates your rights. It is essential to document the harassment and consult with a workplace harassment attorney to understand your legal options and build a strong case.
How To File A Harassment Lawsuit Against Your Employer In Long Island
To file a harassment lawsuit in Long Island, consider the following steps:
- Document encounters: Keep detailed records of different harassment encounters, including dates, times, behavior and witnesses.
- File a complaint with human resources: Inform your human resources department to initiate an internal investigation. If they have specific policy or guidance for reporting sexual harassment, make sure to follow it.
- Consult an attorney: Seeking legal advice can help you further assess your situation and understand your rights. They can also help you file complaints with the EEOC or with employment agencies in New York City or Long Island.
We can provide you with the advice and guidance you need throughout every step of the process.
What Remedies Are Available In A Long Island Workplace Harassment Claim?
The types of legal remedies you can pursue include:
- Compensatory damages: This can include financial compensation for emotional distress and lost wages.
- Punitive damages: These can consist of additional damages intended to punish the employer for their conduct.
- Injunctive relief: Court orders to change workplace policies or practices.
- Reinstatement: Returning to your previous position of reporting the harassment leads to wrongful termination.
The type of legal remedies you choose to seek often depends on the specifics of your situation.
Contact A Long Island Workplace Harassment Attorney For A Free Consultation Today
You deserve to feel safe at your workplace. When a harasser makes you feel scared, discouraged or uncomfortable, you have the right to pursue justice. Let’s get started on your claim today. Schedule a free consultation by calling 212-847-4999 or by visiting our contact form page. We take cases across Suffolk County and Nassau County.