Legal Question in Employment Law in New York

Breach of Contract - Employment

I have a letter signed by the officer of a company (a partnership) in which it indicates Term of employment may be terminated by either of us by giving one calendar month's prior written notice to the other. (based on sami-monthly salary of $3,333.33)

Since I was let go immediately and not given written notice I assume I am entilted to $6,666.66 (1 month's salary) + vacation days. I figure I can demand about 10K. However small calims court in NY is maxed at 3K and no lawyer wants to take my case becasue it is such a small amount.

What court in NY should I take this to and where can I find refernec material to help me with the process of forms and procedures?

Thank You,

Carlos


Asked on 12/23/02, 8:48 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Paradise Law Offices of Michael S. Paradise

Re: Breach of Contract - Employment

You can bring your case in Civil Court if you live in New York City and the defendant can be made subject to jurisdiction. As for forms, there are Blumberg forms that you can get at most legal stationary stores.

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Answered on 12/23/02, 10:29 pm
Bunji Fromartz Fromartz Law Offices

Re: Breach of Contract - Employment

If you go to civil court in NYC, the clerks have forms for you and can explain the procedures as well as help fill out the inital papers.

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Answered on 12/24/02, 1:55 pm


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