2023-11-23 02:01
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2023-11-16 01:57
Some states either do not allow or have severe restrictions on non-compete agreements, but they are legal in the state of New Jersey, with a few exceptions. An employee’s salary and th… Read More
2023-11-09 01:51
A new ruling from New Jersey’s Supreme Court upheld that religious institutions have the right to fire employees who fail to abide by established religious tenets. The case sets a new… Read More
2023-11-02 00:45
Every state in the country has some form of at-will employment, and New Jersey is no exception. That means, unless some form of exception exists, your employer can fire you for any reason or… Read More
2023-10-24 16:40
Adoption is one of the most impactful and fulfilling choices a parent can make. Every adoptive parent knows that their children are just as much theirs as biological children would have been… Read More
2023-10-17 16:24
Respect and professionalism are paramount for the hard-working folks of New Jersey. For a workplace to be healthy and fulfilling, there must be an assumption of good faith between an employe… Read More
2023-10-10 16:24
Work is a substantial part of life, and it’s important to find a job that compensates you well while helping you feel fulfilled. Accepting a new job offer can be incredibly exciting, b… Read More
2023-10-03 14:49
Recently, New Jersey officials have begun an attempt to amend statewide discrimination laws in an effort to make them more similar to legislation in nearby states, such as New York. … Read More
2023-09-27 16:55
Federal and state laws regarding wages and hours can be complicated, and you may be wondering what’s expected of you or whether you are being taken advantage of. Some employers abuse t… Read More
2023-09-20 16:49
Medical and recreational marijuana use is now legal in the state of New Jersey. However, marijuana use still isn’t legal on a federal level. This inconsistency causes many employees to… Read More
2023-09-13 16:43
Pregnancy is a universal concept. Every person alive today — and every person who will ever be alive in the future — is the child of someone who was once pregnant. Despite pregna… Read More
2023-09-06 16:14
Most people split the majority of their time between two places: work and home. For that reason, it’s important that everyone feels safe, healthy, and empowered in both places. Unfortu… Read More
2023-08-30 18:29
Many employers do not include salary information in job listings. Recently, the New Jersey legislature has taken up a bill that would require employers to disclose salaries in job posts. We… Read More
2023-08-29 17:04
Summers in New Jersey mean birds chirping, public pools filling, and new temporary work positions opening up all over the state. In February of this year, Governor Murphy signed Bill A1474 i… Read More
2023-08-16 18:27
Once upon a time, compensation for work was quite simple. You worked for an allotted number of hours and were paid for that work. However, times have changed, and so has compensation.
You… Read More
2023-08-09 18:26
Certain jobs require employees to be on call when they are not clocked in. These jobs usually require an emergency response or some other type of coverage. We will explore the federal and st… Read More
2023-08-02 18:00
Retaliation occurs when an employer punishes an employee for asserting his or her workplace rights. This could range from talking to HR about how you are being treated, to filing a formal co… Read More
2023-08-01 17:51
You may have seen the controversial issue of employee misclassification in the Lyft/Uber context. You might ask, “why is it such a big deal whether these drivers are classified as empl… Read More
2023-07-27 21:05
The law in New Jersey governing employee privacy in general derives both from statute and case law. In the New Jersey case of Hennessey v. Coastal Eagle Point Co., the court recognized two p… Read More
2023-07-26 19:15
While receiving a text message from a coworker or supervisor may not immediately raise any red flags, the content of the message at hand could. There are no laws in place that explicitly for… Read More
2023-07-19 19:11
There are several misconceptions surrounding sexual harassment. For instance, many believe that sexual harassment only ever happens to certain people, like women or those of a younger age. H… Read More
2023-07-19 17:30
As an employee, it is very important that you understand your rights in the workplace. The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) is an anti-discrimination law that protects employees f… Read More
2023-07-12 19:06
You’ve likely heard of unwanted and inappropriate behaviors in the workplace — like sexual harassment — but there is another type of sexual misconduct that’s not ofte… Read More
2023-07-05 19:03
If you’re a victim of sexual harassment, it’s normal to feel anxious and stressed as you try to figure out your next steps. Typically, one of the first things you should do is re… Read More
2023-06-22 16:56
Despite the many federal, state, and local laws that protect disabled individuals at work, disability discrimination still occurs at workplaces across the state and country. In some cases, t… Read More
2023-06-15 16:56
Numerous federal, state, and local laws exist to protect you from discrimination in the workplace. Unfortunately, employers, managers, and employees continue to implement and enforce discrim… Read More
2023-06-08 16:46
Federal and state laws include a concept known as “protected classes.” If an employee is part of a protected class, their membership in that class can’t be used to discrimi… Read More
2023-06-01 16:31
Whether because of a troubled period of your life or a single mistake you regret, you now have a criminal history. Maybe you’ve spent time in jail or completed hours of community servi… Read More
2023-05-18 19:48
Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects disabled workers when seeking employment and ensures they cannot lose their job solely due to their disability.
Employment la… Read More
2023-05-15 19:46
Employees have a right to a safe and inclusive working environment. When people in New Jersey experience sexual harassment in the workplace, they have the right to pursue justice with the he… Read More
2023-05-11 19:39
The WARN Act was signed by Governor Murphy on January 11, 2023. It’s crucial that New Jersey employers and employees understand this bill, as it contains strict requirements that emplo… Read More
2023-05-08 19:39
Recently, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that specific non-disparagement and confidentiality clauses in severance agreements could violate the rights of both union and non-u… Read More
2023-04-26 14:36
Gender equality in the workplace has come a long way in the last few decades, but there are still companies and managers who treat employees differently based on their gender.
Altho… Read More
2023-04-19 14:32
If you are a victim of workplace sexual harassment, you are not alone. Although being the recipient of such illegal and troubling behavior can leave you feeling isolated, there are people an… Read More
2023-04-12 14:29
Although racial equality in the workplace has gained a lot of strides in the last couple of decades, the truth is that many people still experience discrimination, microaggressions, and hara… Read More
2023-04-05 14:24
According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, between the fiscal years 2018 and 2021, the Commission received more than 98,000 claims of sexual harassment in the workplace. This… Read More
2023-03-15 22:35
If you have been a part of the labor force in recent years, you have likely seen various videos or attended training about discrimination in the workplace. You are also likely aware that dis… Read More
2023-03-08 23:20
It may be surprising, but workplace discrimination and harassment still occur in 2022, even after the #MeToo movement.
Federal laws prohibit employers from discriminating against em… Read More
2023-02-16 21:45
It’s easy to feel slighted at times in the workplace — maybe you’ve been passed over for a promotion you thought was definitely yours, or perhaps another coworker was given… Read More
2023-02-13 21:45
Personality conflicts in the workplace can, unfortunately, be a common occurrence. You can’t always choose who will be assigned to your team, and part of thriving in the workforce is l… Read More
2023-01-17 21:33
Non-compete agreements have long been used in the business world to prevent employees from harming former employers. However, it appears that they will no longer be allowed in American enter… Read More
2023-01-13 21:15
Although New Jersey employers have made substantial progress in addressing workplace discrimination, sadly, this practice continues to happen. Consequently, state and federal laws exist to p… Read More
2023-01-05 21:10
New Jersey law allows victims of sexual harassment in the workplace to seek damages against their aggressors. However, there are important time limits and timing considerations victims must… Read More
2022-12-27 18:20
Sexual harassment and sexual discrimination are both illegal when they happen in the workplace. However, there are significant differences between the two concepts. If you’ve been the… Read More
2022-12-27 18:07
Sexual harassment in a work environment or other designated public places is illegal in New Jersey. You can even gain compensation after you’ve been the victim of sexual harassment &md&hell…Read More
2022-11-30 16:54
Unfortunately, sexual harassment in the workplace is still a common occurrence throughout New Jersey. Despite state and federal laws outlawing sexual harassment, employees are still subject… Read More
2022-11-28 14:34
Workplace discrimination is an unfortunate practice encompassing many types of behaviors. Any unfair treatment of employees based on their sexual identity, religious beliefs, ethnic backgrou… Read More
2022-10-24 20:10
Though there has been substantial progress in the past few decades to address gender discrimination at work, some employers still engage in illegal practices. Fortunately, federal and state… Read More
2022-10-12 19:35
It’s safe to say that today’s workforce is more diverse than ever. Despite this, pregnant women continue to face discrimination that threatens their advancement, wages, and job s… Read More
2022-09-27 12:40
In 1967, congress passed the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) to protect older workers from discrimination in the workplace due to their age. While this was a major move toward fe… Read More
2022-09-13 19:31
Though society has come a long way in accepting different beliefs, there continue to be instances of workplace harassment and religious discrimination.
When you go to work, you expect to… Read More
2022-08-25 13:06
Technological advances like cloud-based applications and video conferences have made remote work possible for many people. The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the move by many workers from in… Read More
2022-08-23 14:51
Sexual harassment, regardless of where it occurs, is unlawful and can result in serious legal consequences.
You expect to be in a safe environment when you go to work. When colleagues, cu… Read More
2021-01-28 16:44
New Jersey employees could be returning to the office sooner rather than later as vaccination efforts ramp up. The big question on most people’s minds before they return is; Can your e… Read More
2019-01-10 22:01
Have you been subjected to a hostile work environment due to repeated advances, inappropriate comments, sexually explicit material, off-color jokes or other unwelcome sexually-charged langua… Read More
2018-10-09 16:38
New Jersey has several laws in place to set standards for the wages and payments of employees in the state. First and foremost, the minimum wage is set at $8.60 per hour, and the constitutio… Read More
2018-07-27 17:07
An appeals court has ruled to allow a former teacher to continue her lawsuit against a New Jersey Catholic school for firing her because she became pregnant while unmarried.
Court records sh… Read More
2018-06-18 20:47
Tesla Employee Files Lawsuit Claiming Retaliation After Speaking Up About Working Conditions
A high-profile example of alleged workplace retaliation is that of a former Tesla employee. Carlo… Read More
2018-01-30 19:30
With the advent of the #MeToo movement and the international attention it has garnered, it’s becoming increasingly obvious that sexual harassment in the workplace is alarmingly prevale… Read More
2016-10-27 18:52
Did you work for Jefferies and have been offered a Jefferies severance package as a result of a reduction-in-force or layoff? You should contact an experienced employment lawyer to wor… Read More
2016-04-12 15:26
Are you looking for a NJ Discrimination Lawyer? Our firm can assist you with any claim for discrimination in the State of New Jersey. We have handled hundreds of discrimination c… Read More
2014-10-17 14:52
What are the harassment laws in New Jersey? How a New Jersey employment attorney can protect your legal rights.
The New Jersey Law against discrimination was enacted to eradicate discriminat… Read More
2014-10-17 14:46
Have you been discriminated against based on your age? Here is how a New Jersey age discrimination attorney can help you prove your case and protect your rights.
It is illegal for an employe… Read More
2014-10-17 14:43
Common types of wrongful termination and discrimination in New Jersey.
Do you believe that you were wrongfully terminated in New Jersey?
One of the most common claims that an employment law… Read More
2014-07-01 17:14
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) outlaws workplace discrimination on basis of many things, including “marital status.” On Friday, the New Jersey Appellate Di… Read More
2014-05-01 15:15
New Jersey enforces non-compete agreements that are found to be limited in time, geographic scope and limited to protect the legitimate business interests of the Company. On April 10… Read More
2014-04-25 18:32
The Fair Labor Standards Act was first voted into law in 1938, requiring a 40-cent minimum wage, a 40-hour maximum work week, and abolished child labor for individuals under the age of 16. W… Read More
2014-03-26 19:31
A recent case in a New Jersey District Court was dismissed based on one clause in an employee handbook. This clause, known as a “Woolley Clause,” basically stated that the employ… Read More
2014-02-19 21:54
Overtime pay is mandated under both NJ state laws and the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). If your job is not exempt from overtime, you should be paid time-and-a-half for any hours w… Read More
2013-11-15 18:29
The Employment Non-Discrimination Act has been passed in the Senate, but still awaits approval from the House of Representatives. This bill, known as ENDA, secures non-discrimination e… Read More
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