Every worker deserves to feel safe, respected, and valued — no matter their race, gender, age, religion, disability, or background. Unfortunately, workplace discrimination remains a painful reality for too many New Yorkers.
Discrimination can destroy careers, damage mental health, and create toxic environments where people are afraid to speak up. But the law is clear: discrimination is illegal, and you have the right to fight back.
At WRKRS Law Firm, we stand with employees who’ve been treated unfairly, overlooked for promotions, harassed, or fired because of who they are. Our mission is simple — to restore your dignity, recover your damages, and hold employers accountable for unlawful behavior.
Workplace discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee or job applicant unfairly because of a protected characteristic under state or federal law.
Protected characteristics under New York State Human Rights Law and federal law include:
Employers cannot make decisions about hiring, firing, promotions, pay, or work conditions based on these factors. They also cannot permit harassment or hostile work environments based on them.
Discrimination doesn’t always happen out in the open. Sometimes it’s subtle — small but harmful actions that build up over time.
Here are some common examples we see at WRKRS:
Even one incident of discrimination can be enough to take action, especially when it affects your work, health, or livelihood.
New York has some of the strongest employee protections in the country. The New York State Human Rights Law (NYSHRL) and New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) both prohibit workplace discrimination and retaliation.
These laws often go beyond federal standards, protecting more categories of workers and applying to smaller employers.
For example:
At WRKRS, we use these state and city laws to build strong cases and demand maximum protection for our clients.
If you believe you’ve been discriminated against at work, take these important steps to protect yourself:
You have the right to report discrimination without fear of losing your job. Retaliation for reporting illegal conduct is a separate violation — and WRKRS Law Firm takes it just as seriously.
When you come to WRKRS, we make it clear from the start: you are not alone.
Our attorneys take the time to listen to your story, review evidence, and build a case designed to get real results. We handle discrimination claims involving:
We represent workers before the New York State Division of Human Rights (DHR), the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and in state and federal courts.
Our goal is to secure justice through every available channel — whether through a negotiated settlement, reinstatement, or trial.
If your case is successful, you may be entitled to:
Every case is unique, but our approach is always the same — to make sure your employer is held accountable and your voice is heard.
Discrimination doesn’t just affect one person — it poisons entire workplaces. Employees lose morale, productivity declines, and toxic environments become the norm.
By standing up for yourself, you’re not only seeking justice — you’re helping to create a fairer, safer environment for everyone who works beside you.
At WRKRS, we’re proud to represent people from all walks of life — healthcare professionals, construction workers, educators, retail employees, and more — who’ve had the courage to say “enough.”
If you’ve been discriminated against at work, you don’t have to face it alone. The law is on your side, and so is WRKRS.
Our team will guide you every step of the way — from gathering evidence and filing complaints to negotiating settlements or taking your employer to court.
Contact WRKRS Law Firm today for a free and confidential consultation. Let’s stand up together for your rights, your dignity, and your future.
Because at WRKRS, we fight for fairness — and we never back down.
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