By Bruce Atkins | Published November 19, 2024 | Posted in Employment Law | Tagged Tags: Discrimination Claims, Remote Workers, workplace discrimination | Comments Off on NJ Companies’ Out-of-State Employees Are Protected by the LAD
NJ Companies’ Out-of-State Employees Are Protected by the LAD
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) is among the nation’s strongest laws prohibiting workplace discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and other personal characteristics. The New Jersey Attorney General’s Division on Civil Rights (DCR) has recently clarified that the LAD’s protections extend to employees who reside and work remotely outside of Read More
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Continuing Violations Extend the Deadline for Sexual Harassment Claims
In New Jersey, the statute of limitations for filing a sexual harassment claim is two years from the date of the last discriminatory act. However, an employee may be able to pursue legal action for discriminatory conduct that extends over a period of time, even if some of the conduct occurred outside the two-year period. Read More
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Recognizing Disparate Impact Discrimination in the Workplace
Discrimination in employment can occur when a facially neutral policy or practice has a disproportionate adverse effect on members of a protected class, even though the policy does not explicitly target anyone based on personal characteristics such as race, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation or disability. This is known as disparate impact discrimination, and Read More
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Recognizing Employer Fraud and Misrepresentation
When an employer deceives employees or potential employees, whether about the terms of employment, compensation, or other critical aspects of the job, it constitutes fraud or misrepresentation. Employees who are victims of such practices often suffer financially and emotionally and may also face unjust termination or retaliation for reporting the misconduct. Employer fraud and misrepresentation Read More
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New Jersey Law’s Protections Against Age Discrimination
New Jersey has long been a leader in protecting employees’ rights, including safeguarding against age discrimination in the workplace. Recent amendments to the state’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD) have strengthened these protections, ensuring that all workers, regardless of age, can seek legal recourse if they face discrimination. The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination prohibits employers Read More
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Spotting Employer Violations of Wage and Hour Laws
Wage and hour laws are designed to ensure that employees receive fair compensation for the work they perform, including overtime pay when applicable. Unfortunately, some employers attempt to circumvent these laws by misclassifying employees or exploiting loopholes. If you believe your New Jersey employer is violating federal or state wage and hour laws, you need Read More
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What Restrictive Covenants Are Valid in New Jersey Employment?
In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) instituted a sweeping ban on non-compete agreements, drastically altering many employment contracts nationwide. However, even in the wake of this significant regulatory change, employers in New Jersey still have access to other types of restrictive covenants that, when properly drafted, remain enforceable. These include non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), non-solicitation Read More
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What to Do if You’re Being Terminated and Offered Severance
If your employment in New Jersey has been terminated, you may be faced with the decision about whether to accept a severance package. New Jersey law does not mandate that employers provide severance pay unless stipulated by a collective bargaining agreement or employment contract. However, many companies voluntarily offer severance packages to terminated employees. Understanding Read More
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How New Jersey Whistleblowers Can Gain CEPA Benefits
The New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA) is a powerful law designed to promote transparency and integrity within New Jersey’s workforce. Its primary purpose is to encourage employees to report illegal or unethical activities without fear of retaliation from their employers. CEPA is the state’s “whistleblower law.” It covers employees who disclose or threaten Read More
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Red Flags to Watch for in Negotiating Employment Contracts
When an employer asks you to sign a contract as a condition of giving you the job, it’s essential to proceed with caution. This document will govern your employment relationship and outline your rights and responsibilities, so understanding every clause is critical. Begin by scrutinizing the compensation and benefits section to ensure it aligns with Read More
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Neil H. Deutsch has been practicing law for over 35 years and is known as a skilled negotiator in employment and discrimination law. He believes in a bottom-line approach of risk analysis and cost effectiveness for his clients. "Case evaluation is something we take seriously," says Mr. Deutsch who seeks top net dollar for his…
Bruce L. Atkins is the Senior Managing Partner at Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt P.C., a prominent plaintiff employment law firm in the tri-state area. Mr. Atkins believes employees’ rights should be aggressively pursued when they’ve been wrongfully dealt with by their employers. He brings this philosophy to his practice when considering each case and its…
Adam J. Kleinfeldt joined Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C. in March of 2015. He primarily represents individuals in employment litigation such as discrimination, retaliation and whistle blowing matters. He has extensive experience in all phases of the litigation process. Adam has obtained significant results for his clients, including a $525,000 jury verdict in a sexual…
Debra M. McGarvey joined Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C. in December 2019. She has extensive experience defending employees and employers in state and federal court in employment litigation matters. She has represented clients on various issues arising out of the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), the New Jersey Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), the…
Carly Skarbnik Meredith, Esq. is a Partner at the firm. Carly has focused her career exclusively in the field of employment law. She has a plethora of experience representing both employees and employers with their employment issues, needs, and concerns. She believes representing both employees and employers has made her an extremely well-rounded client advocate.…
