Syracuse, NY Employment Law Attorneys

Syracuse Workers Your Job Shouldn’t Break You

You work hard, endure daily stress, and contribute, but you shouldn’t feel worn down by unfair bosses. In Syracuse, too many people stay silent about harassment, unfair pay, or wrongful terminations. You deserve respect, dignity, and clear answers, not emotional burnout.

Our employment law attorneys support Syracuse-area workers, fighting against workplace behavior that crosses the line. From harassment to wage theft to retaliation, we’ve been in your corner. We’ll assess your situation, map out your rights, and take action to restore balance.

You shouldn’t settle for being treated like a number. Let’s make sure your workplace treats you like a person, with fairness, honesty, and justice.

Harassment Isn’t a Headache You’re Stuck With in Syracuse

Harassment isn’t just annoying, it’s unlawful. In your office, customer interactions, or on job sites, unwanted remarks or exclusion based on race, gender, religion, or age may be illegal under Title VII and New York Human Rights Law.
Even subtle actions, like offhand comments or repeated nonverbal cues, can cause stress over time and affect your work. These deserve attention, not tolerance.

If your manager or coworker went unchecked, and leadership dismissed your concerns, you shouldn’t handle that alone. We’ll help you document and escalate, protecting your well-being and rights.

Family Leave Because Life Happens in Syracuse

Life isn’t scheduled, and family needs don’t wait for permission. Under FMLA, you can take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave when you or a loved one faces serious health issues. In Syracuse, employers with 50+ staff must comply.
New York’s Paid Family Leave (PFL) offers more, it’s paid time off when welcoming a new child or caring for a family member. Most private-sector workers qualify after 175 days of employment.

If your leave request was denied, delayed without reason, or followed by punitive action once you returned, it could be unlawful retaliation. You shouldn’t have to choose between health and your job.

Qualifying Health Conditions

Eligibility for FMLA or PFL requires a serious medical condition—like surgery, chronic illness, or illness during pregnancy. Your physician’s certification matters.

Conditions including cancer, pregnancy complications, heart disease, and serious injuries typically qualify. Taking leave for any of these is legally protected.

We help you manage the paperwork, confirm eligibility, and take action if an employer unfairly blocks your right. You deserve to care, with no questions asked.

Don’t Let Contracts Box You In Syracuse’s Agreement Reviews

Employment agreements or severance offers can contain binding restrictions. Non-competes may block future work; arbitration clauses can limit your path to court; non-disparagement terms silence reporting.

These provisions may feel routine, but they carry significant weight. Under New York law, they must be reasonable, but too often, they go far beyond what courts allow.

We review the fine print to identify unfair terms, suggest corrections, and negotiate changes so you stay free to work, or speak up, without fear of losing your job, your rights, or your next paycheck.

Fired With No Explanation Syracuse Workers Need Answers

It hurts to be let go without cause, especially when you’ve done nothing wrong. New York is at-will, but that doesn’t give employers unchecked power. They can’t fire you for reasons tied to reporting abuse, using leave, or belonging to a protected class.

If you were dismissed after questioning company policies, reporting wage discrepancies, or returning from leave, that’s potentially unlawful. Employers often attempt to mask the real motive, like citing performance review issues.

We’ll dive into HR records, emails, reviews, and documentation to uncover motive, timing, and possible discrimination. You deserve clarity, and compensation for wrongful termination.

Syracuse Wage and Hour Guide Know What You’re Worth

You earn every dollar you’re paid, but what if your wages don’t match your work? Working over 40 hours without overtime pay, even just 10 extra hours a week, costs real money.

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act and New York law, non-exempt workers must be paid 1.5× for hours beyond 40. Employers can’t call you salaried to cheat the system.

If you’ve done prep work, answered after-hours emails, or handled phone calls without pay, that time is yours. We can audit your time and pay records, assemble solid evidence, and demand what was stolen, plus additional damages.

Retaliation Doesn’t Pay Syracuse Whistleblower Rights

After you report wrongdoing, wage violations, harassment, or safety issues—if your employer reacts by demoting you, cutting your shifts, or firing you, that’s retaliation. It’s illegal under New York Labor Law § 740 and federal statutes.

Filing a wage claim or safety complaint is legally protected. You can’t be punished for following the law, or simply raising concerns.
We document your protected activity, track retaliatory acts, and help pursue compensation including back pay, reinstatement, and emotional distress damages.

Filing Your Case What Syracuse Employees Need to Know

Here’s your path to action:

1. Gather evidence—pay stubs, contracts, messages, shift records, HR files.
2. Identify claim type—harassment, wages, contract violation, termination, or retaliation—and pick the right agency: NY DHR, NYDOL, EEOC, OSHA, or court.
3. Observe deadlines—varies from 180 days to 6 years depending on your claim.
4. File smart—submit complete documentation and track your file number.
5. Partner with us—so you’re supported at every step, whether negotiation, mediation, or litigation.

Possible Outcomes and Remedies

• Recover unpaid wages, overtime, and statutory penalties
• Reinstatement or payment for wrongful termination
• Damages for emotional suffering, stress, or injustice
• Policy changes to help prevent future issues—yours and others’

How Horn Wright, LLP Empowers Syracuse Workers

We focus exclusively on employment law, wages, contracts, leave, harassment, retaliation, and termination. Our attorneys are recognized nationally for their advocacy and results . Whether you’ve suffered quietly for months or were blindsided yesterday, we treat your case with urgency, clarity, and compassion.

We draw on years of experience in Syracuse-area disputes, agency negotiations, and courtroom battles. We understand the local legal landscape and know how to use it to your advantage.

With us by your side, you’re not just filing a case. You’re demanding respect, accountability, and justice. We believe every worker deserves that—and we’re prepared to fight for you. If your job hurt you, harassment, missing pay, retaliation, wrongful firing—contact Horn Wright, LLP’s employment law attorneys in Syracuse today.