You worked hard for your money, and nothing is more frustrating when your employer doesn't pay you what you're owed – and on time.  Whether you've been paid less than minimum wage, denied overtime, or just plain not been paid what you earned, Ben is knowledgeable in the complexities of federal and New York wage and hour laws, and can help you enforce your rights. There are judicial and administrative remedies available to you.  Contact Burdick Law PLLC today to learn more about how we can assist with your wage and hour needs.

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A party that loses a civil case at the trial-court level is usually entitled to appeal to a higher court and to argue that the trial court made a mistake.  An appeal can mean a major reversal of fortune.  Whether you won below and are trying to defend your victory, or you lost below and are trying to make it right, you need a lawyer who can handle your civil appeal with attention to detail and an understanding of the high stakes. If our case evaluation suggests an appeal is worth it, Burdick Law PLLC can work closely with your trial lawyer to handle all aspects of your appeal.  Appeals have strict time limits, so don't delay - call today.

You have a right under federal and New York law to be treated fairly and without discrimination – to be judged based on your value as an employee, not based on your race, sex, age, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, or other protected characteristics.  If your employer or prospective employer has discriminated against you, contact Burdick Law PLLC today to learn about your legal rights.  We will fight to make it right.

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Sometimes, you need legal advice as to the effect of a contract you've signed or are considering signing.  Noncompete clauses, arbitration agreements, performance-based bonuses, and other common employment-related contract provisions have important legal consequences that you should consider, especially at the start or end of your employment.  Ben offers flat-rate contract review sessions that can teach you your rights and obligations, and can also negotiate with your employer to get you the best deal possible. 

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"If unions weren't worth it, management wouldn't fight them so hard."  Ben firmly believes that solidarity between workers is the most powerful way to ensure that we get a fair deal.  Ben has experience representing unions in the public and private sector at all stages of the labor relations process, from pre-election organizing to contract negotiations to unfair/improper labor practice charges and arbitrations.  Ben can also represent individuals in unorganized workplaces whose employers have denied them their right to engage in concerted activity.  If you are trying to form a union, you need experienced legal counsel to guide you through the NLRB/PERB process and fight back against the management consultants.