Nicholas A. Corsano

Experience: Representative Matters: Defended staffing corporation against claims of sexual harassment and retaliation.; Assisted in obtaining settlement regarding claimed violations and citations of the New York City Earned Sick Time Act.; Defended restaurant against claims of sexual harassment, race discrimination, retaliation, and wage and hour violations.; Defended multiple restaurants against claims of ADA public accommodation violations.; Defended marketing firm against claims of age discrimination and retaliation.; Defended fitness organization against claims of race discrimination.; Obtained settlements of putative class and collective action claims under the FLSA and state laws alleging misclassification and unpaid overtime.; Obtained settlements for clients in numerous single-plaintiff cases alleging various forms of discrimination, harassment, failure to accommodate and/or retaliation under federal, state and local law.; Secured dismissal of eight single-plaintiff claims against retail client alleging discrimination and wage and hour violations.; Obtained settlement of alleged breach of employment contract dispute.; Counseling & Management Training: Helped design and conduct interactive training on key issues relating to LGBTQ individuals in the workplace. Training focused on promoting an inclusive work environment, proper terminology, workplace legal protections, and inappropriate stereotyping. Training was specifically tailored to teach proactive approaches to minimizing work place claims.; Conducted investigations into claims of harassment and discrimination, prepared and counseled employers on preparation of investigation reports and counseled on both specific and systemic measures to minimize rick of lawsuits or liability.; Worked closely with employers to develop and implement improved preventive human resources systems, including employee-facing policies and human resources manuals.; Conducted sexual harassment and discrimination trainings in accordance with local legal requirements for client compliance.; Draft various employment agreements on behalf of clients, considering varying needs based on client industry.; Advise clients on new policy and leave requirements in light of COVID-19 pandemic.; The above representations were handled by Mr. Corsano prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.;