Fitapelli & Schaffer, LLP - New York, NY
Wage and Hour Violations Lawyers in New York, NY
28 Liberty Street New York, NY 10015 - 0018
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13
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Experience
New York Wage and Hour Violations Law Firm
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Wage and Hour Violations
- Overtime Violations
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Violations
- Failure to Pay Commissions
- Wrongful Termination
- Retaliation
- Sexual Harassment
- Race, Gender, and Age Discrimination
- Disability Discrimination
- Pregnancy Discrimination
- Severance Negotiations
- Whistleblower Claims
- Breach of Employment Agreements
- Negotiating Employment Contracts
- Employment Law
Firm Information
Overview
Fitapelli & Schaffer, LLP, is a New York employment law firm committed to defending the rights of workers in all industries throughout the state. Over the years, we have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. Within employment law, our lawyers maintain a particular focus on wage and hour violations. Such cases frequently involve:
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violations
- Overtime violations
- Tip misappropriation
- Failure to pay commissions
We have experience handling national wage and hour disputes, such as class action suits for unpaid overtime. In litigating our cases, we have recovered millions of dollars for our clients.
In addition to wage and hour violations, we assist workers with wrongful termination claims, discrimination claims, harassment claims, retaliation claims and other employment law matters. We have been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Law Journal, on MSNBC, CNN, ABC and other media outlets.
Founding partners Joseph A. Fitapelli and Brian S. Schaffer are both former defense attorneys who offer clients the benefit of their knowledge and experience on the other side. They are also frequent speakers at continuing legal education seminars in New York. In addition, Mr. Fitapelli and Mr. Schaffer were selected for inclusion in the 2013 Super Lawyers Magazine. This is an honor that very few New York lawyers achieved.
The law firm of Fitapelli & Schaffer, LLP, is conveniently located in midtown Manhattan close to Penn Station and Grand Central Station. We offer free initial consultations and offer Spanish translation services as needed. Call us today.
Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
Fitapelli & Schaffer, LLP selected for a Super Lawyers® list
- Benharris, Hunter On a Super Lawyers® List
- Bonilla, Katherine On a Super Lawyers® List
- Cimera, Dana On a Super Lawyers® List
- Fitapelli, Joseph A. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Mazzaferro, Frank J. On a Super Lawyers® List
- Ortiz, Armando On a Super Lawyers® List
- Schaffer, Brian S. On a Super Lawyers® List
Published Works
Articles
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Wage and Hour Violations
At Fitapelli & Schaffer, we have experience litigating with very large and well known companies. -
Overtime Violations
We advise you to contact us if you believe your employer has failed to pay you for your rightful overtime, or if they have misclassified you to avoid overtime requirements. -
Fair Labor Standards Act Violations
Employees are often not aware of their rights under the FLSA. Our attorneys can review your situation and determine whether or not your employer is in violation of this act. -
Failure To Pay Commissions
At Fitapelli & Schaffer we can work with you to determine whether your commission agreement and your employer's actions are in compliance with the law. -
Race, Gender and Age Discrimination
If your employer has discriminated against you on the basis of gender, race or age they have violated both federal and New York State laws. Our attorneys have in depth knowledge of these laws and can assist you with your claim.
Reviews
Customer Reviews for Fitapelli & Schaffer, LLP
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Consulted Law firm 2014I went to their office and explained my situation. They took my case, called me two weeks later and said they were in receipt of my settlement check. I was beyond shocked. Granted this was an open and shut case, but obviously they wrote a strong letter. I can’t thank them enough.
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Contact
28 Liberty Street
New York, NY 10015 - 0018
Phone: 646-569-9905
Fax: 212-481-1333
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Website: http://www.fslawfirm.com
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