Individuals are increasingly pursuing claims of discrimination and harassment in ‘public accommodations’ – which are businesses that serve the public (for example, restaurants, stores, hotels, theaters). Resolving these claims is costly and time consuming, attracts unwanted media attention, and can damage a business’ reputation.
In response to public accommodation discrimination and harassment claims, we provide our clients with cost-effective counsel, defense and dispute resolution. While resolving these highly sensitive disputes across the table rather than in court can often be the best option to avoid the costs of litigation, negative publicity, and to maintain confidentiality, when a dispute cannot be resolved, our employment litigators are highly skilled at devising winning strategies in what are often complex and potentially explosive cases.
What We Do
On behalf of global corporations, regional businesses and small, family-owned businesses, Pryor Cashman’s employment litigation attorneys handle complaints involving allegations of harassment and discrimination based on race, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability, national origin and religion.
We have successfully resolved cases arising under the New York City Human Rights Law, the New York State Human Rights Law, the Americans With Disabilities Act and various state statutes. Our attorneys also represent clients in investigations, appearing on their behalf before state and federal agencies, such as the Department of Justice, New York State Division of Human Rights and New York City Division of Human Rights.
Pryor Cashman employment litigators have a long and successful record of skillfully resolving discrimination and harassment disputes in federal and state courts as well as through mediation and arbitration. When working with clients, a proactive strategy is essential to mitigate risk and reduce the likelihood of litigation and litigation-related damages. We help companies prevent discrimination and harassment claims by developing compliance and training programs, conducting audits, and providing preventive counseling and training.
