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Helping Employees Move Forward with Confidence

When something goes wrong at work, it can affect more than just your job—it can impact your income, your professional reputation, and your peace of mind. Many employees reach out feeling stressed, unsure who to trust, or worried they don’t have “enough proof” to speak up. You don’t have to have everything perfectly documented to start asking questions and getting guidance.

Katz Melinger focuses on helping employees in New York and New Jersey. We guide employees through difficult employment situations so they can understand their rights and options in workplace matters involving pay issues, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination. Our approach is calm, practical, and grounded in real experience—so you can understand where you stand, and what steps may make sense next.

Wage and Hour Claims

Employees deserve to be paid for the time they work. Wage and hour problems often involve unpaid overtime, issues with receiving all of your tips, being asked to work off the clock, missed or interrupted meal and rest breaks, improper deductions, or pay practices that do not match what you were told when you were hired. These issues can add up over time and create real financial strain.

If you believe your pay does not reflect your work, an employment attorney can help you understand whether wage and hour laws may have been violated and what options are available. In many situations, there are practical steps you can take to protect yourself and preserve important information.

Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

and Discrimination and sexual harassment are unlawful and can create stressful, unsafe, and isolating work environments. No one should have to tolerate a hostile workplace, inappropriate conduct, or unequal treatment in order to keep their job. These issues can take many forms—ranging from ongoing comments or behavior to quid pro quo harassment, to adverse treatment based on protected characteristics.

When a workplace fails to address concerns—or when speaking up leads to retaliation—it’s important to get clear guidance about your rights and next steps under New York and New Jersey law.

Additional Employment Law Matters We Handle

Our team also assists employees with:

• Workplace discrimination
• Medical leave and accommodation issues
  
• Retaliation and wrongful termination
• Whistleblower protections
• Employment claims involving immigrant and undocumented workers

If you believe something unfair or unlawful happens at work, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Contact Katz Melinger PLLC to speak with an employment attorney confidentially.

Why Clients Choose Katz Melinger

• Employee-focused (NY/NJ): Our practice is centered on employees and workplace rights.
• Clear next steps: Practical guidance so you know what to do next.
  20+ years of experience: Real experience that informs strategy and expectations.
• Calm, respectful communication: Professional, direct, and discreet—without pressure.