By Neil H. Deutsch | Published October 17, 2013 | Posted in Employment Law | Tagged Tags: employment lawyer, NJ employment law, young volunteers | Comments Off on Why Teens Under 18 Can’t Be Stronger Than the Storm
Why Teens Under 18 Can’t Be Stronger Than the Storm
It’s a catchy tune. Referring to last year’s superstorm Sandy, Governor Chris Christie wants everyone to know that New Jersey is stronger than the storm. But what you might not know is that New Jersey labor law effectively prohibits young volunteers from helping rebuild our shore communities devastated by the storm. As recently reported in Read More
Read MoreWhat Is an “Employee” in Employee Discrimination Cases?
Whether a person is an “employee” is a frequent threshold issue in both state and federal employment discrimination and harassment cases. As the use of independent contractors becomes more prevalent in our economy, this question has become more common — and more difficult to answer. While the law is clear that employment discrimination laws do Read More
Read MoreNew Jersey’s Conscientious Employee Protection Act
It is an unfortunate truth that objectionable practices are rampant in the workplace. Many employees, while bothered by it, are afraid to take action because they know it could mean their jobs. Fortunately, the state of New Jersey has taken special steps to protect the brave employees who stand up to unacceptable practices in the Read More
Read MoreWhy Taking a Salaried Position May Not Be a Step Up
Many people view transfer from an hourly position to a salaried position as a major step forward in their careers, and for many it is. Others, however, are unpleasantly surprised to see their pay dramatically reduced despite the fact they are working the same if not more hours than previously. The answer lies in the Read More
Read MoreNew Article on Terminating an “Irresistable Employee”
Deutsch Atkins & Kleinfeldt, P.C.’ own Christopher Carcich and Carly Skarbnik Meredith recently penned an article published in the American Bar Association’s Litigation Section of Employment & Labor Relations. This article, called “Terminating an Irresistable Employee“ discusses the widespread implications of a recent Iowa Supreme Court decision regarding gender discrimination by jealous spouses.
Read MoreIs a Worker an Employee or Independent Contractor?
Understanding the differences between independent contractors and employees is important. Issues such as those of taxation and liability stem from the relationship between an employer and a contractor or employee. In New Jersey, the Department of Labor sets out an ABC test for determining responsibility for unemployment and hour and wage requirements. The test is Read More
Read MoreEmployment Matters Where a Lawyer Can Help a High-Ranking Executive
The relationship between employers and employees has many facets. This relationship may deteriorate over time — and a high-ranking executive may have the need for legal intervention to enforce the terms and conditions of employment, or to provide protection in the pursuit of a new position. Some of the areas where a high-ranking executive may Read More
Read MoreEmployment Mediation is an Alternative to Going to Court for Employment Issues
No matter the business, disputes are bound to arise at some point. Disputes can disrupt the daily activity of the workplace and can escalate into situations that can cost employers and employees time and money to resolve. Mediation of an employment matter is a viable and often preferable alternative to resolving many business disputes and Read More
Read MoreEnforcing Your Rights under the Fair Labor Standards Act
Your employer’s actions with regard to issues such as paying you the minimum wage, overtime, and keeping records that indicate hours worked or sales commissions earned are governed by the Fair Labor Standards Act. Aggrieved employees have the right to bring an action to enforce the provisions of this law. Individual lawsuits or collective actions Read More
Read MoreOSHA Releases New Resource to Protect Emergency Responders from Combustible Dust Explosions
First responders, the emergency personnel who are the first to arrive on the scene when disaster strikes, face many perils. When the response site involves a fire or explosion, one of the hazards firefighters face is combustible dust explosions. Recognizing the danger of these phenomena, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration published a handbook entitled, 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.…
