Instances of discrimination in the workplace can occur at corporations of any size. Apple has found itself named in a discrimination suit, something that might concern employees in New Jersey. Anyone reading the news reports about the tech giant's legal case might...
In the state of New Jersey, it's illegal to create a hostile work environment. However, the burden of proof is on the accuser--and if you want to file a lawsuit, you'll need solid evidence to prove that harassment took place. You'll also need to show the judge that...
In A.M. v. Monmouth County Board of Social Services, which was decided on March 11, 2021, the Superior Court of New Jersey (Appellate Division) reversed the final decision of the Monmouth County Board of Social Services, imposing a 1,170 day Medicaid transfer penalty....
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, or LAD, was established to help eliminate harassment and discrimination across the state. People must not be discriminated against based on their perceived race, actual race, national origin, religion, sexual orientation,...
When you work in New Jersey or any other state, you enjoy the right to freedom from retaliation by your employer. Retaliation is considered harassing, demoting, firing or taking other action against an employee who filed a complaint. Just as your employer can't...
Every day, thousands of New Jersey residents head to work. In most cases, they will spend a third of the day making a living. Your workplace should be a safe location where you can be a productive asset for your employer. Unfortunately, many people must deal with...
On January 20, 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order 13988 (“EO 13988”) which expands the prohibition of discrimination based on gender identity and/or sexual orientation. In so doing, EO13988 relies on the 2020 United States Supreme Court decision of Bostock...
Estate planning is the process of deciding how, and in what manner, your assets will pass to your loved ones. For many, a large component of the design of an estate plan focuses on minimizing taxation that occurs upon the transfer of wealth. While estate and gift...
Unfortunately, many people experience sexual harassment in New Jersey on a regular basis. From work to school, sexual harassment can happen anywhere. Victims of sexual harassment may struggle to carry on with their normal activities due to stress, shame or fear. Read...
Overview The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 (passed on December 27, 2020) is intended to help offset the huge financial crisis caused by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. As part of this act, a second round of COVID-19...