While workplace discrimination against applicants and employees based on their protected characteristics has been illegal for decades in the U.S., it continues to be a pervasive issue. Employees in New Jersey and all other states sometimes experience illegal discrimination at their jobs. In some situations, discrimination in the workplace can be so pervasive and severe
Most employers are allowed to fire employees for any reason and at any time. However, employers are not allowed to fire employees for illegal reasons, in violation of public policy, or in breach of an employment contract. For example, employers can’t fire employees based on illegally discriminatory reasons, for serving in the military or on
Most workers in New Jersey are employed at will, which means that they can be fired for nearly any reason and at any time the employer chooses. However, employers can’t fire employees for illegal reasons, in breach of employment contracts, or in a way that violates public policy. Employees who are terminated for an unlawful
Most people are employed at will in New Jersey and almost all other states. At-will employment means that an employer can decide to terminate an employee whenever the employer wants and for nearly any reason. However, employers can’t legally fire employees for unlawful reasons. When an employer’s reason for firing an employee violates a statute,
Most people are employed at will in New Jersey. This type of employment means that employers can fire employees whenever they want and for nearly any reason. At-will employees can likewise quit their jobs at any time and for any reason. However, employers can’t terminate someone based on an illegal reason or in violation of
The COVID-19 pandemic greatly accelerated the move toward remote work, and many companies have since made adjustments to allow large numbers of their workforces to continue working from home. Remote work provides workers with numerous benefits, including the elimination of commute times and travel costs, increased time at home to spend with family members, reduced
Being terminated from your job can be devastating. If you were recently fired, you might wonder whether you have grounds to file a wrongful termination lawsuit against your former employer. However, not all terminations are illegal even when they might seem unfair. Before you file a wrongful termination case, it’s important to understand what qualifies
If you believe your employer terminated you for an illegal reason, you might have grounds to file a wrongful termination claim. Since these types of lawsuits are complex, working with an experienced wrongful termination lawyer at Swartz Swidler might be critical in ensuring you receive the most favorable outcome. Most employees work at will, meaning
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a seminal federal law that establishes the federal minimum wage, the right to overtime pay, recordkeeping requirements, and certain standards for the employment of minors in the U.S. Some of these rights depend on the status of people as employees and whether they are classified as exempt or
If you think that your employer has treated you differently than other employees because of your protected characteristics, you might have grounds to file a discrimination claim. If you have evidence to support your suspicions, an employment discrimination attorney at Swartz Swidler will likely want to speak with you to evaluate your potential case. Here