
Labor & Employment
Offering employers valuable guidance on a wide range of employment law issues.
Faced with myriad, complex workforce challenges, businesses dealing with human resource-related issues must have a capable partner by their side to successfully manage the employment relationship. For many businesses on Long Island and in New York, Farrell Fritz is that partner. Our employment lawyers work closely with clients to develop comprehensive, practical solutions for all types of employment-related situations.
Working Closely with Management
Every day, we work with executives, human resources professionals and supervisors to create effective employment policies and procedures for managing the daily issues that arise in the workplace. Focusing on practical yet sophisticated solutions for navigating the complex field of labor and employment laws, we:
- Develop innovative, clear, and effective employment policies and procedures.
- Advise on leaves of absence in compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New York State Human Rights Law.
- Devise alcohol and drug-free workplace programs, including equitable drug testing and screening policies.
- Draft employment, executive compensation, and severance agreements.
- Create interactive training programs on a variety of topics, including unlawful harassment, performance management, diversity, and workplace violence.
- Counsel on the labor and employment law issues associated with mergers, acquisitions, and due diligence.
- Address issues relating to COBRA, ERISA, and other health and welfare benefit plans.
Defending Employers
Whether representing a small, closely held business, a not-for-profit organization or a large, publicly traded company, Farrell Fritz leverages our extensive experience to successfully defend claims efficiently. Our employment litigation lawyers:
- Counsel, investigate, and litigate harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation claims involving the Equal Pay Act, Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the New York State Human Rights Law.
- Defend claims brought under the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and New York State Labor Laws.
- Litigate breach-of-contract, tort issues, and class action wage and hour claims.
Negotiating Agreements & Arbitrating Disputes
A unionized workforce presents its own unique issues; the Farrell Fritz labor lawyers enable clients to effectively manage them. We work with employers to develop sound working relationships with employees and, when needed, their bargaining representatives. Our labor attorneys represent employers before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), engage in collective bargaining, and represent management in grievance hearings and arbitrations.
Protecting Trade Secrets & Confidential Information
Sometimes, protecting a client’s business operations, confidential information, and trade secrets requires that we litigate to ensure restrictive covenants are enforced, which may involve a restraining order or a preliminary injunction. Our experienced employment litigation lawyers have successfully handled such claims regarding noncompete, non-solicitation, and garden leave provisions.
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Articles & Advisories
New Partner Spotlight: Irene Zoupaniotis
In celebration of our newly minted partners, Farrell Fritz is proud to present our “New Partner Spotlight,” a series of…
February 10, 2023
LICP Talks Labor & Employment: Employee Handbooks + Policies in 2022: Where Are We Now?
With the continuing evolution of the workplace, this session will explore the current landscape of employee handbooks and policies. There…
July 13, 2022
NY HERO ACT: What Does This Mean For Your Company?
After passing the New York Health and Essential Rights Act (NY HERO ACT), the New York State Department of Labor…
August 04, 2021
LICP Talks Labor & Employment: New York State Paid Family Leave
Whether managing a disability leave of absence, providing parental leave, or classifying time out of the office as paid sick,…
July 15, 2021
LICP Talks Labor & Employment: COVID + The Workplace
As we digest the tremendous changes in labor and workplace management in 2020 and the first half of 2021, we…
June 10, 2021
Virtual Town Hall: The ABC’s of Time Off In New York
Whether managing a disability leave of absence, providing parental leave, or classifying time out of the office as paid sick,…
May 14, 2021
Virtual Town Hall: Looking Back at 2020 + The Path Forward for 2021
As we digest the tremendous changes in labor and workplace management in 2020, we must use those experiences to shape…
March 19, 2021
Virtual Town Hall: 2021 Brings New Challenges For Employers
In 2020, employers navigated mandatory shut downs and significant changes in the workplace. Remote work, virtual meetings, mask wearing, sanitizing…
February 24, 2021
Virtual Town Hall: Wind Down 2020
In this Virtual Town Hall discussion, we explored what employers need to be thinking about as we head into year…
October 14, 2020
COVID-19 Town Hall: The Path Forward – Most Frequently Asked Questions
In this Town Hall session, Domenique Camacho Moran, Partner & Head of the Labor & Employment Practice at Farrell Fritz, discussed…
July 07, 2020
News
Domenique Camacho Moran Featured on Bloomberg Law Podcast
Domenique Camacho Moran, Partner and Head of the Labor & Employment Practice, provided some insight on a recent Bloomberg Law…
May 12, 2023
What the End of the Covid Public Health Emergency Means for Your Business
With pandemic guidelines officially coming to an end, business owners may want to revisit company policies. Farrell Fritz partner, Domenique…
May 05, 2023
Pay Transparency is Often Kept in Soft Focus
With pay transparency requirements coming into effect for New York employers later this year, Farrell Fritz Partner, Domenique Moran, provides…
March 09, 2023
Robert Creighton and Domenique Moran Selected as Long Island Business News “Business Influencers”
Congratulations to Robert Creighton and Domenique Moran for being selected as Long Island Business News Business Influencers. Both of these incredible leaders drive the firm to…
January 30, 2023
Farrell Fritz elevates five to partner
Farrell Fritz, the law firm headquartered in Uniondale, has elevated five attorneys to partner. Read the full coverage in Long…
January 16, 2023
Robert Creighton Featured in “What We’ll See in ’23”
Robert C. Creighton, Managing Partner of Farrell Fritz, shared his insights in a recent Long Island Business News feature, “What…
January 10, 2023
Turns out companies are deflating their public salary ranges, so you still have to negotiate for top dollar
Domenique Moran continues to share her perspectives on NYC’s new pay transparency law. She was quoted in a recent follow up…
January 06, 2023
How wide should a salary range be? Businesses and workers don’t agree
CNBC continued coverage on NYC’s new pay transparency law. Farrell Fritz partner Domenique Moran continues to share her insights to…
November 07, 2022
$2 million ranges, deleted job posts: NYC’s salary transparency law is off to a rocky start
Domenique Moran continues to share her perspectives on NYC’s new pay transparency law. CNBC produced a first take late last week…
November 07, 2022
The gig is up? New federal rule may turn ‘contractors’ into employees
A newly proposed Department of Labor rule could lead to more workers being classified as employees rather than independent contractors…
November 04, 2022
Press Releases
Farrell Fritz Elevates Five Attorneys to Partner
Farrell Fritz is pleased to announce the promotion of John C. Armentano, Azriel J. Baer, Peter J. Sluka, Lisa M.…
January 03, 2023
Farrell Fritz Receives Tier 1 Ranking in 2023 U.S. News – Best Lawyers’ “Best Law Firms”
Farrell Fritz is pleased to announce that, for the 11th consecutive year, the firm has received a Tier 1 Ranking…
November 03, 2022
22 Farrell Fritz Attorneys Recognized as 2022 Leading Lawyers in Their Respective Areas of Practice
Farrell Fritz has a combined total of 22 attorneys selected to the 2022 New York Metro Super Lawyers and New…
September 29, 2022
21 Farrell Fritz Attorneys Recognized as 2023 Leading Lawyers by Best Lawyers
Farrell Fritz congratulates 17 attorneys on being selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2023.…
August 18, 2022
Farrell Fritz Receives Tier 1 Ranking in 2022 U.S. News – Best Lawyers’ “Best Law Firms”
Farrell Fritz is pleased to announce that, for the tenth consecutive year, the firm has received a Tier 1 Ranking…
November 04, 2021
27 Farrell Fritz Attorneys Recognized as 2021 Leading Lawyers in Their Respective Areas of Practice
Farrell Fritz has a combined total of 27 attorneys selected to the 2021 New York Metro Super Lawyers and New…
September 30, 2021
17 Farrell Fritz Attorneys Recognized as 2022 Leading Lawyers by Best Lawyers
Farrell Fritz congratulates 12 attorneys on being selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America© 2022.…
August 19, 2021
Farrell Fritz Promotes Two Attorneys in Its Uniondale Office
Farrell Fritz is pleased to announce the promotions of Bernadette T. Kasnicki and Irene A. Zoupaniotis to counsel effective January…
January 04, 2021
Farrell Fritz Receives Tier 1 Ranking in 2021 U.S. News – Best Lawyers’ “Best Law Firms”
Farrell Fritz is pleased to announce that, for the ninth consecutive year, the firm has received a Tier 1 Ranking…
November 05, 2020
30 Farrell Fritz Attorneys Recognized as 2020 Leading Lawyers in Their Respective Areas of Practice
Farrell Fritz has a combined total of 30 attorneys selected to the 2020 New York Metro Super Lawyers and New…
November 04, 2020
Pro Bono
Helping the Edwin Gould Academy so They Can Help Others
The Edwin Gould Academy is a center that provides affordable housing, education, and job training to young adults from the…
July 18, 2011
Helping NYC Public School Children Get & Stay Healthy
Wellness in the Schools (WITS) was created in 2005 by a group of New York City public school parents united…
April 07, 2011
Dance Company Faces a Financial Penalty that Threatens Its Existence
Founded in Long Island City in 1998, this non-profit professional dance company performs in New York City, tours and teaches…
November 05, 2010
Long Island Arts Alliance
Thanks to Long Island’s diverse and impressive cultural institutions, residents don’t have to go far to see a Rodin or…
January 01, 2010
Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation
LIAF began in 1988 in typical grass-roots fashion. Five women, each of whom had a parent or grandparent with Alzheimer’s…
January 01, 2010
East River Development Alliance
“Think Local” is a guiding principle of the East River Development Alliance, an organization founded in 2003 specifically to assist…
January 01, 2010
Representing a Church in an Employment Dispute
Farrell Fritz lawyers have devoted their time and expertise to an area church that had been involved in a protracted…
January 01, 2010
Providing Legal Care for a Local Nurse
Farrell Fritz recently represented a local nurse on a pro bono basis in an effort to negotiate with the State…
January 01, 2010