Domestic Violence and Employment Rights

THE NYC HUMAN RIGHTS LAW PROTECTS VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FROM EMPLOYMENT DISCRIMINATION.

YOU MAY BE:

• Entitled to unpaid leave for medical appointments/social services, attorney consultations, and court dates.
• Entitled to unpaid leave to move and get settled in a new residence.
• Required to provide proof that you are a victim.

YOUR EMPLOYER MAY NOT:

• Release any of the information you provide except when disclosure is required by applicable federal, state, or local law.
• Fire you, refuse to hire you, or otherwise discriminate in terms or conditions of employment based on your status as a victim.

If you believe that you have been discriminated against, call 311.

For additional information on domestic violence, please visit the
Mayor's Office to Combat Domestic Violence.