Q: Where is the firm located?

Tuckner, Sipser, Weinstock & Sipser, LLP has two offices: a Manhattan office at 535 Fifth Avenue, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10017 (212.766.9100), and a Mid-Hudson Valley office at 42 Catharine Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (845.201.0200).

Question 1

Should I quit my job if I am being harassed or discriminated against at work?

Accepted Answer

No. You can forfeit your legal leverage and right to sue if you quit or resign your employment. Contact the firm immediately to learn about your options before making any decisions about leaving your job.

Question 2

What is sexual harassment under New York law?

Accepted Answer

Sexual harassment is broadly defined as any unwanted sexual behavior in the workplace that occurs because of the victim's gender. It can take many forms, from verbal conduct like crude jokes to physical touching and quid pro quo conditions of employment. It is illegal under both federal and New York law.

Question 3

What is wrongful termination?

Accepted Answer

Wrongful termination means termination in breach of an employment contract or in violation of a statute or law. Even in at-will employment, an employer may not fire you for an impermissible reason such as your gender, race, age, disability, pregnancy, or in retaliation for protected activity.

Question 4

What protections do pregnant employees have in New York?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant employees are protected against on-the-job discrimination under the federal Pregnancy Discrimination Act and the Family Medical Leave Act, as well as New York state and local laws. Employers may not demote, fire, or otherwise penalize employees due to pregnancy or related medical conditions.

Question 5

How much does it cost to hire the firm?

Accepted Answer

The firm offers a free initial evaluation. If they take your case, they work on a contingency fee basis, meaning you owe no attorney fees unless you win.

Question 6

What types of workplace discrimination does the firm handle?

Accepted Answer

The firm handles sexual harassment, pregnancy discrimination, wrongful termination, equal pay claims, age discrimination, sex and gender discrimination, disability discrimination, race and color discrimination, hostile work environment, maternity and medical leave discrimination, retaliation, national origin discrimination, religious discrimination, sexual orientation and gender identity discrimination, domestic violence discrimination, menopause discrimination, and severance agreement review.