Riverhead, NY Employment Law Attorneys

Fired, Shortchanged, Harassed in Riverhead? It’s Time to Stand Up.

Losing your job shakes more than your bank account. It shakes your trust. 

Getting cheated out of your paycheck isn’t just unfair; it feels personal. And facing harassment every day at work? That takes a toll nobody should have to carry. But you’re not stuck. 

You have rights, and you have options. If you’re feeling angry, frustrated, or just plain tired, it’s time to stand up and fight for the respect you deserve.

Our employment law attorneys at Horn Wright, LLP, are here to back you every step of the way. We’ve seen employers pull every trick in the book and we’re not having it. 

With years of experience fighting for workers across Riverhead, we know how to make your voice heard. When you work with us, you’re not just hiring a lawyer. You’re getting a team that’s all-in for you.

Fired for Speaking Up? That’s Not Downsizing. That’s Wrongful Termination.

Employers might call it "downsizing" or "restructuring," but if you stood up for yourself or others and lost your job, that’s wrongful termination.

Wrongful termination in Riverhead may involve:

• Retaliation after whistleblowing Reporting unsafe conditions is protected under the law. If your employer fires you after you speak up, they violate that right.
• Firing based on discrimination (race, gender, age, disability): Discrimination in any form is illegal. If your dismissal seems tied to your identity, it demands a closer look.
• Termination after requesting FMLA leave: Taking protected leave to care for your health or a family member is your right. Retaliation for using that leave breaks the law.

Missing Paychecks? We’ll Hunt Down Every Dollar You Deserve.

You show up. You work hard. You deserve every penny you’re owed.

Employers sometimes:

• Pay "straight time" instead of overtime: Overtime pay is your right when you work over 40 hours. If your paycheck looks lighter than it should, it's time to take action.
• Dock pay unfairly: Employers can’t just deduct money over small mistakes. You earned that pay, and you’re entitled to it.
• Misclassify workers as "independent contractors:” Getting misclassified strips away protections like overtime. You’re not a "contractor" just because your boss says so.
• Withhold bonuses or commissions: If you earned it, they’re legally bound to pay it. Broken promises about your pay aren’t just shady, they’re illegal.

Big Company Lawyers? We Rip Their Cases to Shreds.

You speak up, they bring in the big legal guns. Fine. So do we.

At Horn Wright, LLP, we:

• Secure the evidence you need: We act fast to gather every critical piece - emails, HR files, timecards, and internal notes. Companies often try to bury evidence, but we know how to find it before it disappears. Solid documentation forms the backbone of a case they can’t explain away.
• Question witnesses until the truth surfaces: Witnesses may hesitate at first, but strong, strategic questioning opens cracks quickly. We dig past rehearsed statements and get to what really happened behind closed doors. Every inconsistency strengthens your position and weakens theirs.
• Break down weak "business reasons": Companies love to hide behind vague excuses like "restructuring" or "performance issues." We tear those claims apart by comparing them to the real timeline and your actual record. Excuses fall flat when the facts tell a different story.
• Show juries the real patterns of abuse: A single event might seem explainable, but patterns don’t lie. We connect the dots, showing how retaliation, harassment, or discrimination weren't isolated incidents. They were company habits. Jurors see through the defenses when we lay the full truth out clearly.

Local Courts. Local Judges. Local Advantage.

We know the Suffolk County Supreme Court in Riverhead because we’ve been there, many times. Experience inside this courthouse matters when every move counts.

We’re just as familiar with the Arthur M. Cromarty Court Complex, where countless civil battles are decided. Knowing how these courts operate gives you a real advantage.

When we build your case, we use every bit of that local insight. Your future deserves nothing less.

Deadlines Are Brutal. Miss One, and It’s Over.

You can’t afford to put this off.

In New York, you must:

• File a discrimination complaint within 180 days: Miss it, and you lose your shot at holding them accountable.
• Sue for unpaid wages within 2 years: Delay too long, and you could miss out on money you’re owed.
• Bring a harassment case within 3 years: Courts take deadlines seriously and so should you.

Dignity. Dollars. Justice. We’re Fighting for It All.

This fight is bigger than one paycheck. It’s about standing up and saying you matter.

Holding employers accountable changes more than your story. It sets a new standard for everyone. Your dignity, your future, and your financial security are worth fighting for.

When you team up with an employee rights law firm in New York that truly believes in you, there’s no limit to what you can achieve.

Why Choose Horn Wright, LLP, for Your Employment Case

Recognized among the top law firms in America, Horn Wright, LLP, is comprised of experienced employment law attorneys that understand local courts, judges, and the strategies that help clients succeed. 

Our team has built a reputation for standing up to powerful employers and delivering real results for workers across Riverhead.

Whether you need help with wrongful termination, unpaid wages, or workplace harassment, we have the experience and dedication to represent you with skill and strength. 

Let our team stand by you when it matters most. Contact our office today to schedule your complimentary case review.