In our regularly updated blog, we discuss a range of topics related to employment law and business disputes. If you’re an employee, learn what to do if you’ve been unfairly discriminated against, accused of violating a non-compete or confidentiality agreement, or received an inadequate severance package after losing your job. If you’re a business owner, learn what your options are when you’re dealing with cases involving antitrust, intellectual property, cybersecurity, consumer fraud, contract disputes, or pending litigation.
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Summertime and for Some Teens the Workin' Just Got EasierSummertime and for Some New Jersey Teens the Workin' Just Got Easier
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How HR Professionals Can Conduct a Thorough But Fair Internal InvestigationInvestigating employee complaints is a difficult task for human resources directors, but they can prevent bad outcomes for the company by avoiding these mistakes.
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Accurate Record-Keeping Could Protect You From Employee Actions—and it’s the LawNew Jersey employers are required to keep certain records on employees regarding wages and benefits. Doing so could protect you from a wage & hour lawsuit.
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Enforcing a Force Majeure Clause in a Commercial ContractCovid-19 has brought boilerplate force majeure contract language to the forefront for many businesses. How enforceable is this clause in response to a pandemic?
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You Could Be Rewarded If You Report Your Employer for Defrauding the Federal GovernmentIf you report your employer for defrauding the federal government, you might be able to sue for damages through a qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act.
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Understanding When a Severance Offer Is Really a Cover-UpIf you are being offered a severance package to leave a company after making a complaint in New Jersey, it could mean you have a legal claim. We can help you,
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Protect Yourself With a Lawyer’s Help When You Have a Dispute With a Business PartnerLegal advice from attorney Frank Steinberg can prevent or resolve conflicts between business partners. Find out how we can help your New Jersey partnership.
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FAA Regulation Makes Aircraft Ownership Through a Closely Held Corporation or LLC a Dangerous Trap for Pilots (Part 3 of 3)As a general principle, corporations / LLCs can shield owners from some liability. But what if this creates problems pilots doesn’t recognize? Read Part 3 here.
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FAA Regulation Makes Aircraft Ownership Through a Closely Held Corporation or LLC a Dangerous Trap for Pilots (Part 2 of 3)As a general principle, corporations / LLCs can shield owners from some liability. But what if this creates problems pilots don’t recognize? Read Part 2 here.
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FAA Regulation Makes Aircraft Ownership Through a Closely Held Corporation or LLC a Dangerous Trap for Pilots (Part 1 of 3)As a general principle, corporations / LLCs can shield owners from some liability. But what if this creates other problems that pilots doesn’t recognize?
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At-Will Employees Cannot Be Fired for These ReasonsIf you are an at-will employee in New Jersey, your employer does not need a reason to fire you. However, they are still subject to anti-discrimination laws.
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Things Change But Basics Don’t: One Important Tip for Job Hunting in 2021In this age of computers, algorithms, and keywords, I suggest that you break away from the comfort and narrowness of limiting your job search to the internet.