Valli Kane & Vagnini, LLP

Today we won an important victory for the 374-76 Prospect Park Tenants Association. In the 1980s, the City of New York placed them in its Tenant Interim Lease ("TIL") program, promising the tenants that if they were responsible stewards of the property, they could become its owners. They acted as the City's managing agent for the building, for no compensation, until June 2019, when the City announced that it was reneging on its promise. Today the Appellate Division: Second Judicial Department of the Supreme Court of the State of New York affirmed denial of the City's motion to dismiss the Tenants' causes of action for breach of contract, promissory estoppel, and breach of fiduciary duty. There are many other TIL Buildings that could be impacted by this decision. Many thanks to our colleague Yolande I Nicholson (https://lnkd.in/eB8NJYPH) who we worked with closely on this case!

Do you have questions about New York State's Sick Leave laws? Our latest blog post explains everything you need to know! If you work in New York State and believe your right to sick leave has been violated by your employer, reach out to our firm today for a free consultation! #NewYorkSickLeave #NewYorkStateSickLeave #PaidSickLeave #UnpaidSickLeave

?? Join us in giving a warm welcome to Di Tian! ?? We’re thrilled to have Di join us for the summer! Currently in his final year at Cornell University, Di is passionate about employment law and is gearing up for law school. He’s committed to advocating for employees’ rights and making a meaningful impact in the workplace. ??? At Valli Kane & Vagnini, we’re excited to support the next generation of legal talent. A huge shoutout to all our Summer 2024 interns—you’re all amazing, and we’re so grateful to have you with us! ???? Here’s to a fantastic summer of learning and growth! ????

?? Meet our Summer 2024 Intern, Vasileios!?? We are thrilled to have him join our team this summer! Vasileios's interest in employment law stems from its constant evolution and the opportunity to make a real impact in the workplace. He loves that there's always something new to learn. Working on the plaintiff side of employment law has given him a sense of purpose by helping to improve the lives of employees. We're grateful for Vasileios's hard work and can't wait to see all the incredible things he’ll accomplish. Welcome aboard, Vasileios! ???? #Summer2024Interns #EmploymentLawInternships #LawInternships #LegialInternships

?? Please join us in welcoming one of our Summer 2024 interns, Nicholas Constantinidis! Nicholas's passion for employment law began with his work at Hofstra's Labor & Employment Law Journal. Witnessing firsthand how workplaces can fall short of being safe and supportive environments for employees, he became determined to help combat these injustices. We are thrilled to have Nicholas on our team and can't wait to see the amazing contributions he'll make. Keep up the great work, Nicholas! ???? #Summer2024Interns #EmploymentLawInternships #LawInternships #LegialInternships

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We are incredibly proud to announce that our courageous client, Sarah Lindsley, has been recognized as one of the National Employment Lawyers Association's Courageous Plaintiffs. Sarah's relentless pursuit of justice in her eight-year legal battle against Omni Hotels and Resorts, where she confronted sexual harassment and gender-based pay inequality, is truly inspiring. We are honored to have stood by her side, alongside our dedicated co-counsel at Ellwanger Henderson LLLP. Congratulations, Sarah, on this well-deserved recognition! #NewYorkEmploymentLawyers #EmploymentLaw #EmployeeRights #EmploymentLawyers #EmploymentAttorneys #NewYorkEmploymentLawFirm

Congrats to Rob on becoming a Board Member for The Nicholas Center and on this Honor for he and his family! Check out the article from Port Washington News at the link below!

BREAKING NEWS!! Our client's long-awaited opportunity for justice against her alleged abuser, Marilyn Manson, will come to fruition with her trial scheduled for June 2 of next year. Despite efforts to resolve our client’s claims through mediation, the parties were unable to reach an agreement. Our partner James Vagnini told @rollingstone, “We are confident [the court] will acknowledge the harm done to Ms. Walters and deliver a resounding message to all survivors of such terrible abuse.” Read the full article from Rolling Stone here: https://lnkd.in/dkT96enp #AshleyWalters #JusticeforAshleyWalters #SexualHarassment #SexualAbuse #EndSexualHarassment #EndSexAbuse #WeStandWithSurvivors #SexualHarassmentLawyers #EmploymentLaw #SexualHarassmentAttorneys #MarilynManson

On #WorldAutismAwarenessDay, we highlight a significant issue spanning employment law and disability rights. Our client, a dedicated grocery store employee with autism, faced systemic discrimination and a lack of accommodations, essential for her to perform her job effectively and safely. Despite her courage in communicating her unique needs—such as the need for a quieter workspace and additional breaks for self-soothing—she was met with ridicule rather than support. From the outset, she navigated a workplace environment that was not only unsupportive but hostile. Her requests for reasonable adjustments, crucial for managing sensory overloads and ensuring her well-being, were consistently overlooked. This oversight extended to two separate store locations, where her pleas for empathy and understanding were answered with mockery and exclusion by both colleagues and management. Her condition was inappropriately discussed in public settings, further alienating her and exacerbating her distress. Such treatment not only contravenes the spirit of inclusivity and respect but also violates clear legal standards set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. These laws mandate reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, aiming to provide them with equal opportunities in the workplace. Our firm stands with our client in seeking justice and advocating for a workplace culture that respects and accommodates the diverse needs of all employees, including those with autism. Discrimination, in any form, is unacceptable. We urge anyone facing similar challenges to reach out. Together, we can fight for a more inclusive and understanding workplace environment. Let's use #WAAD as a call to action: to educate, to advocate, and to support the rights of people with autism in the workplace and beyond. If you or someone you know is experiencing discrimination or is being denied reasonable accommodations, our experienced employment law attorneys are here to help.