Employment Law

You work hard for a living, and you deserve to be paid for the hours you work. This can include compensation for hours worked over the standard 40-hour workweek. Many workers in New York and New Jersey are owed overtime pay above and beyond their regular wages if they...

“Sexual harassment” is a term that we have all seen quite frequently in the news in recent years, particularly with regard to this type of conduct occurring in workplaces throughout the country. New Jersey is not immune to this issue. But, even though it may seem like...

According to a study done by the Harvard Business Review, the #MeToo movement appears to have improved the lot of women in the workplace, at least in some ways. Based on the study's sample, fewer women were expecting sexual pressure or unwelcome flirting and other...

There are many different ways in which discrimination can occur against an employee while at work. Harassment is one of them and it can take a couple of different forms. Understanding the difference between the two can help you identify it so that you know what action...

For thousands of people who commute into the city every day, time is money, and getting paid on time is critical to being able to take care of the rent or mortgage. Almost every state has payday laws that guarantee the frequency and regularity of pay for workers in...

Many mothers of newborns choose breast feeding as a means of nourishing their child. When they return to work after their child’s birth, they may want to pump breast milk so they can continue feeding their child breast milk. The federal government recognizes this, and...

It’s not easy when you find out you’re losing your job. Whether you’re laid off or terminated for some other reason, you’ll likely be confused, frustrated and anxious about your future. Your employer may offer you severance pay – if they do, it can seem like an easy...

There are benefits to being an employee and benefits to being an independent contractor in New Jersey. Employees typically enjoy benefits that may not be offered to independent contractors. They also have taxes deducted from their paychecks which can make filing taxes...

For employers and employees in New York, workplace disputes can cause tremendous problems. Often, these are related to allegations of harassment. In recent memory, high-profile accusations, complaints and ramifications have been discussed in the public. With the...

Many employees in New Jersey find their work circumstances intolerable. Perhaps they are subject to racial discrimination or sexual harassment at work, or perhaps their supervisor treats them unfairly when compared other workers based upon race. In any event, these...