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Racial discrimination at work is illegal under federal and state law. You probably know this. However, racial discrimination takes many different forms, and it can sometimes be hard to detect. Some are obvious and blatant, such as someone calling you a racial slur or...
You deserve to be safe at work. Yet, if you’re reading this post, then you’ve probably been sexually harassed and are trying to figure out your next steps. Tragically, many New York and New Jersey workers are subjected to harassing behavior. And even when the behavior...
Age discrimination in the workplace is illegal under New Jersey and federal law, but it is still widespread. Workers can take legal action if they have been unlawfully discriminated against because of their age, but proving age discrimination in court is not easy. In...
The federal Department of Labor’s new rule on overtime will make many more New York and New Jersey workers eligible for higher pay. By way of background, both the Fair Labor Standards Act and state laws allow companies to claim some of their employees as exempt from...
The Federal Trade Commission’s recent announcement that it would ban most non-compete agreements has generated a lot of attention. Workers and employers should also be aware of changes in non-disclosure laws. A recent case decided upon by the New Jersey Supreme Court...
Depending on the type of job you do, you might not be sure exactly when you should or should not be getting paid. While many jobs involve a clear start and end time, with all time in between spent working, other jobs involve gray areas. Almost every job has moments of...
Unlawful discrimination in the workplace is a serious situation that requires serious attention and treatment. As such, state and federal rules were established to establish certain protections for employees. Despite these established laws, discrimination...
Harassment at work can cause you many problems. It puts your career and livelihood at risk and can affect your mental health. Workplace harassment often leads to depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. When you finally stand up for your rights as an...
You don’t deserve to be sexually harassed in the workplace. Yet, standing up to your employer and fighting for what’s right can be intimidating. Don’t let your fear of your employer prevent you from taking the legal action necessary to protect your rights. Instead,...
When you get your paycheck, you may be happy to see what is in front of you. But if you see a number that is not representative of the time you’ve worked, it can feel like a letdown and like money was stolen from you. It is true, the changes in federal and state tax...