Giordano Law Offices Personal Injury & Employment Lawyers

03/24/2026

NYC Workers — Are you being pushed out of your job without being officially fired?

It happens more than you think. And in New York City, it can be illegal.

There's a legal concept called constructive discharge — where an employer makes conditions so intolerable that you feel you have no choice but to resign. Under the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL) and New York State law, this can be treated exactly like a wrongful termination.

Here are some of the most common signs we see at GioLaw:

❌ You received your first-ever negative performance review — right after filing an HR complaint, taking FMLA leave, or pushing back on something
❌ You've been quietly removed from meetings, email threads, or key projects
❌ HR or your manager has had vague conversations about your "future at the company"
❌ You were put on a sudden Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) with impossible goals
❌ Your hours, pay, or responsibilities were cut without a clear business reason
❌ You've been isolated by coworkers, or management has stopped communicating with you

If any of this sounds familiar — do NOT resign yet.

Resigning before speaking with a lawyer can cost you unemployment benefits, weaken a legal claim, and let your employer off the hook entirely.

New York City workers have some of the strongest legal protections in the United States. The NYCHRL covers more protected categories than even federal law, including caregiver status, immigration status, and salary history.

Our NYC employment attorneys at GioLaw have helped workers across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island understand their rights and fight back.

📖 Read our full free guide here:
https://gio-law.com/signs-your-employer-wants-you-to-quit/


It covers all 10 warning signs, a step-by-step action plan, your legal rights under NYC and NY State law, and answers to the most common questions NYC employees ask.

📞 Consultations are confidential. We're here to help.

03/13/2026

Did your employer just hand you a severance agreement and tell you to sign within a week?
Before you do — read this.
Most employees don't realize that severance packages are often opening offers, not final ones. More money, better health coverage, removal of non-compete clauses, a guaranteed neutral reference — all of it is negotiable. But only before you sign.
Once you sign, you may be giving up your right to sue for wrongful termination, discrimination, unpaid bonuses, and more. That document was drafted by their lawyers to protect them — not you.

If you were laid off, fired, or pressured to resign anywhere in New York City — don't sign anything until you've spoken to an employment attorney. The consultation is free. What you learn could change everything. Read more: https://gio-law.com/is-my-severance-negotiable/

03/04/2026

HR has called you in for a meeting. You’re friends…right? Years of happy hours, maybe even a softball game or two. You have a sinking sensation good news is not on the horizon. What to do? Watch our latest Employment Law series video short entitled HR Is Not Your Friend and read more in our latest bLAWg: https://gio-law.com/should-you-talk-to-a-lawyer-before-hr/

02/25/2026

Attention NYC Managers & Business Owners:
If you lead a team anywhere in the five boroughs, the legal ground beneath your daily decisions just shifted — and most managers don't know it yet.

As of February 22, 2026, sweeping amendments to New York City's Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) are now in effect. That means how you respond to an absence request, how you document a schedule change, and even what you say in a team meeting could now carry legal consequences.

The biggest risk? Retaliation claims — and they often name the manager directly, not just the company.

Our latest blog breaks down exactly what changed and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Read it before you take your next call. 👇 🔗

NYC managers: New Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) amendments are now in effect. If you manage employees in NYC, learn what changed and how to avoid retaliation liability.

02/24/2026

02/23/2026

Choosing a lawyer is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make — because in a very real sense, you’re trusting someone with your life.

At Gio Law, we’re a small, tough firm that has won millions for our clients — and we treat every single one like family. That means we’re available on weekends and late afternoons when you need to reach us, because emergencies don’t wait for business hours.

📲 Text us. We answer: 646-217-0749
⚖️ Employment Law & Personal Injury Law
🔗 Learn more: https://gio-law.com/how-to-choose-personal-injury-employment-lawyer-nyc/

01/30/2026

Noncompete Update: What Changed in 2026?

The FTC’s nationwide noncompete ban is officially off the table, but that doesn’t mean noncompetes are back without limits.

Here’s what workers and employers need to know:

✅ Trump’s FTC shifted to “targeted enforcement” instead of blanket rules
✅ New York’s S4641A just passed the Senate and is moving through the Assembly
✅ NYC has its own proposals in the works

If you signed a noncompete agreement, your rights depend more on STATE law than ever before.

Our latest article breaks down:
• What the FTC is actually doing now
• Why NY’s bill is different from the 2023 vetoed version
• What workers should do while legislation is pending

Read the full legal analysis:

Questions about your noncompete? We can help. Call or text 646-217-0749 or visit [Gio-law.com](http://Gio-law.com (http://gio-law.com/))

11/19/2025

🎉 Big News at Giordano Law Offices!

We’re proud to announce that our founding attorney, Carmen “Jack” Giordano, has been selected to Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers for the 13th consecutive year.

This prestigious honor recognizes outstanding attorneys across New York and highlights Jack's dedication to clients in personal injury, employment discrimination, and civil rights cases.

Read the full announcement:

Attorney Carmen “Jack” Giordano of Giordano Law Offices earns his 13th consecutive Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers award, highlighting his excellence in NYC litigation.

10/06/2025

Have you recently lost your job (or fear you might)? Don’t have your first attorney interaction without prepping first.

From gathering the right documents to asking the best questions — our blog “Employment Attorney Consultation: How To Present Your Case” gives you a roadmap to make your consultation as productive as possible.

Read it here: https://gio-law.com/nyc-employment-lawyer-consultation-preparation/

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In New York, speak with an employment attorney if you’re facing or recovering from termination. Learn how to prepare for your employment lawyer consultation.

07/25/2025

Big changes are coming to how workplace disputes are resolved. The Supreme Court’s 2025 ruling on employment arbitration is a game-changer. Find out what it means for your business or your rights as an employee.

Read the blog: https://gio-law.com/employment-law-arbitration-2025

The Supreme Court's latest employment law decision has big implications for employees with arbitration clauses in their employment contracts.

04/04/2025

Do you know your rights if stopped by police?

Our new blog post dives into excessive force and how the Fourth Amendment protects you from unlawful actions by law enforcement. If you believe you or a loved one has experienced police misconduct, this article is for you.

🛡️ At Giordano Law Offices, we help New Yorkers fight back — whether it’s a civil rights case, a personal injury claim, or an employment law matter.

📖 Read now: https://gio-law.com/excessive-force-4th-amendment

Introduction A routine traffic stop that ended in a fatal police shooting has prompted the U.S. Supreme Court to revisit how courts evaluate police use of force. In Barnes v. Felix (No. 23-1239, attorneys for the family of Ashtian Barnes – an unarmed man shot and killed by a Harris County, Texas d...