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,
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.
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
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
Introduction: “We’re Letting You Go.” Few words can shake your world quite like those. Whether it came out of nowhere or followed a tense period at work, being fired without cause in New Jersey can feel like a gut punch—especially when you have bills to pay, a family to support, and no clear explanation of
Introduction: You Don’t Have to Endure Harassment in Silence If you’re reading this, chances are something doesn’t feel right at work—and that feeling is valid. Maybe it’s an offhand comment that crossed the line. Or repeated behaviors that make you feel unsafe, disrespected, or targeted. Experiencing workplace harassment is more than uncomfortable; it can erode
Introduction Remote work has become a staple in today’s workforce, but with it comes new challenges—especially regarding privacy and employer expectations. One of the biggest concerns remote employees face is whether their employer can legally require them to turn on their webcam during virtual meetings. If you’re working from home in New Jersey or
Balancing work and family responsibilities can be challenging, especially during major life events like childbirth, illness, or caregiving. Fortunately, the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) provides job-protected leave to help workers manage these situations without fear of losing their jobs. In 2024, significant updates were made to the New Jersey Family Leave Act, expanding
Workplace discrimination doesn’t just harm your career—it impacts your dignity and well-being. If you’ve faced unfair treatment because of your race, gender, age, or another protected characteristic, know that you’re not alone. New Jersey employees have powerful tools like the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) to fight back against injustice. Preparation is the cornerstone
Richard Swartz is a founding partner of Swartz Swidler, LLC, a boutique law firm dedicated to employment litigation and counseling. With an impressive career that spans decades, Richard Swartz has established himself as a leading employment attorney in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. This article will take you through Richard’s journey, his areas of expertise, and