Kevin provides expert commentary to NBC News regarding the sexual harassment and retaliation case brought against the head of Fox News.
Fox News Host Gretchen Carlson Sues CEO Roger Ailes for Sexual Harassment
July 7, 2016
In the Media
Our cases are regularly covered in the media. When seeking expertise from a New York employment attorney, journalists also call on Kevin Mintzer to comment on matters involving employment law, discrimination in the workplace, sexual harassment, and sexual assault, among other topics. Our recent media appearances include the following:
Ex-Official Says Medical Examiner Forced Her Out Over DNA Technique
February 18, 2016
Kevin represents, along with co-counsel, the former Director of Toxicology at the New York City Medical Examiner’s Office, who alleges, among other claims, that she was forced out of her position in violation of the First Amendment because she sought transparency about the use of a controversial DNA testing technique.
Can you lose your job because you talk about work on Facebook or Twitter?
November 23, 2015
The New York Post interviews Kevin about the intersection between employee rights and personal social media use.
Food preparers at Danny Meyer eatery fired after they got pregnant: suit
October 26, 2015
Represented two former food preparers at a well known Manhattan restaurant who claimed that they were fired because of their pregnancies and pregnancy-related medical conditions.
New York City Settles Sexual Harassment Suit by 3 Female Police Officers for $1.25 Million
September 16, 2015
Daily News, November 6, 2014, Bronx NYPD Cop Accused of Harassment — Including Groping Women and Exposing Himself — By 3 Female Officers in Lawsuit
Kevin Mintzer, along with co-counsel, represented three women New York City police officers who alleged that they were subject to egregious sexual harassment by a their supervisor, a Lieutenant with the NYPD. The action was filed in federal court in Manhattan and settled for a total of $1,250,000.
New York State and Former Assemblyman settle with victims for $580,000
February 5, 2015
New York Times, August 4, 2012, Lawmaker Is Censured Over Sexual Harassment
CBS New York, June 6, 2013, Vito Lopez Sexual Harassment Accusers File Suit Against Him, Assembly Speaker Silver
Reuters, June 10, 2014, Top N.Y. Lawmaker Must Face Harassment Suit Against Ex-Assemblyman
The New York Times, CBS, Reuters and numerous other media extensively reported on the claims made by two women who alleged they were sexually harassed by former New York State Assemblymember Vito Lopez. Kevin Mintzer represented the two plaintiffs in their lawsuits against Lopez, the New York State Assembly, and the former Speaker of the Assembly, Sheldon Silver. The cases settled for a combined total of $580,00.
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Chinese rights activist sued for bias
July 1, 2012
The Boston Globe has reported on a lawsuit filed by a Chinese-American human rights activist who has has sued her former employer for discriminating against her on the basis of her religious beliefs. Kevin Mintzer and co-counsel represent the plaintiff in an action that is pending in federal court in Brooklyn.
Big Law Firm Sued on Sex Bias
October 6, 2011
The Wall Street Journal recently quoted Kevin Mintzer as an employment law expert regarding an age discrimination case filed against a large New York City law firm. Click here to read more.
What Can Fired Employee Do About Lying Owners
August 10, 2008
Newsday’s personal finance columnist quotes Kevin Mintzer’s advice for employees who have recently been fired. Mr. Mintzer gives suggestions for what to do when an employer is not being truthful with the Department of Labor. Click here to read more.
You’re Outta Here!
June 18, 2008
The New York Daily News quotes Kevin Mintzer regarding the inappropriate ways that some employers dismiss their employees. Mr. Mintzer explains that while a firing can be morally wrong or unfair, it does not necessarily support a legal claim by the dismissed employee. Click here to read more.
