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Blog Category: Employment & Discrimination

U.S. Supreme Court Case Could Affect Interpretation of Employment Discrimination Laws

Mar 14, 2024 | Written by: Sharon M. Flynn, Esq. |

When it comes to addressing discrimination in the workplace, understanding the intricacies of employment law is essential. In New Jersey, as in many parts of the United States, the burden of proof has...

Landmark Ruling Upholds Employees’ Rights Against Retaliation

Feb 22, 2024 | Written by: Sharon M. Flynn, Esq. |

In a recent ruling, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey acknowledged that when an employer sues an employee in response to the employee raising discrimination claims, it...

New Jersey Legislature Considers Bill Mandating Wage Transparency

Jan 31, 2024 | Written by: Sharon M. Flynn, Esq. |

Within the workplace landscape, discrimination can manifest in various subtle ways, often concealed within a company's financial records. Pay disparities rooted in factors such as gender or race...

Is Mediation a Good Option to Resolve a Dispute with Your Employer?

Oct 20, 2023 | Written by: Sharon M. Flynn, Esq. |

Workplace disputes are not uncommon, and when they arise, it's important to consider the best way to resolve them. Mediation is one method that often comes to mind. If you find yourself in a conflict...

Unmasking the Hidden Agenda: How to Recognize When a Severance Offer is Really a Cover-Up

Sep 15, 2023 | Written by: Sharon M. Flynn, Esq. |

A severance package, or severance agreement, is a compensation and benefits offer that an employer provides to an employee who is leaving the company due to reasons such as layoffs, downsizing or...

“But I Can’t Work on Sundays. . .” The U.S. Supreme Court Clarifies Title VII’s “Undue Hardship” Standard for Accommodating an Employee’s Religious Beliefs

Sep 12, 2023 | Written by: Noel A. Lesica, Esq. |

Our nation’s highest court recently decided an important case addressing an employer’s obligation to accommodate an employee’s religious practices under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of...

Quiet Quitting in New Jersey: Exploring the Legal Implications and Downfalls

Aug 31, 2023 | Written by: Sharon M. Flynn, Esq. |

A relatively new concept known as "quiet quitting" has gained recent attention due to its potential implications for both employees and employers. Quiet quitting refers to a situation where an...

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Aug 9, 2023 | Written by: Leslie A. Parikh, Esq. |

On December 29, 2022, President Biden signed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) into law. The PWFA took effect on June 27, 2023, and requires “covered” employers to provide reasonable...

Employees vs. Independent Contractors

Jul 7, 2023 | Written by: Sharon M. Flynn, Esq. |

Determining whether a worker should be classified as an employee or an independent contractor is a critical task for employers in New Jersey. The classification holds significant implications for...

District Court Confirms That NJ’s Cannabis Law Does Not Provide Individuals with Private Right of Action

Jun 20, 2023 | Written by: Leslie A. Parikh, Esq. |

In a recent decision, Zanetich v. Wal-Mart Stores East, Inc d/b/a Walmart, Inc., et al. (May 24, 2023), the New Jersey District Court confirmed that New Jersey’s cannabis law does not provide...