It starts as a gut feeling. The meetings you’re excluded from. The opportunities that vanish. The offhand comments that hit harder than they should. You’re told to “shake it off,” to “be a team player.” But deep down, you wonder—is this just unfair, or is it actually illegal? If you’ve questioned whether what’s happening to
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Something doesn’t feel right. You’re doing the work—maybe even more than your peers—but recognition, respect, or even basic decency seems out of reach. At first, you might chalk it up to company culture or a bad manager. But when patterns emerge, it’s natural to wonder: Am I experiencing workplace discrimination? If you’ve asked yourself this,
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You’ve built a career, earned respect, and gathered experience—yet now you’re being told you’re “too senior,” “not tech-savvy,” or “not quite the right fit anymore.” Whether it’s subtle exclusion or a blatant layoff, age discrimination in the workplace can be devastating. And it’s more common—and more illegal—than many realize. If you’re 40 or older and
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Your workplace should be a place of safety, respect, and opportunity—not fear or frustration. But when discrimination enters the picture, even your dream job can turn toxic. If you’re being treated unfairly because of who you are—not how you perform—you may need an employment discrimination lawyer in NJ to help you take your power back.
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Facing workplace discrimination can be overwhelming. Whether you’ve been denied a promotion, harassed, or wrongfully terminated because of your race, age, gender, disability, or another protected characteristic—what you’ve experienced may be illegal. The good news? You don’t have to figure it out on your own. Swartz Swidler LLC offers free, confidential legal strategy calls to
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Unpaid overtime is one of the most common—and often overlooked—violations of employee rights in the workplace. Many New Jersey workers clock in extra hours every week, unaware they’re entitled to time-and-a-half for the effort. Others know their rights but fear retaliation if they speak up. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. This legal guide
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Taking time off work for a serious medical reason, whether for yourself or a loved one, is often a period filled with stress and uncertainty. The last thing any employee wants to worry about during such a time is whether their job will be safe or if they’ll face negative consequences from their employer. Questions
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Retaliation at work isn’t just unfair—it’s illegal. Whether you reported discrimination, complained about unsafe conditions, or stood up for a coworker, the law protects you from punishment. Unfortunately, many employees still face backlash for doing the right thing. If you’ve been demoted, fired, harassed, or isolated after speaking up, it may be retaliation—and Swartz Swidler
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Introduction Have you ever felt something was “off” at work, but couldn’t quite put your finger on it? You’re not alone. Many employees experience subtle-and sometimes not-so-subtle-violations of their employment rights, often without realizing it. Recognizing these signs early can protect your career, your paycheck, and your peace of mind. This article will walk you
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Introduction Retaliation at work doesn’t just hurt your career—it can rob you of your dignity and peace of mind. If you’ve been fired, demoted, harassed, or otherwise punished after speaking up about illegal practices, you may have the right to file a retaliation claim in New Jersey. But here’s the critical catch: you have limited
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