If your employer refuses to pay overtime, start by saving your time records, paystubs, schedules, messages, job duties, and any explanation the employer gave. Many employees who are not exempt from overtime must receive overtime pay when they work more than 40 hours in a workweek, but overtime dispu
Published by: Swartz Swidler LLC Last updated: 06/12/2026 Jurisdiction note: This article is for employees in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and South Jersey. Severance agreement rights and deadlines can vary based on the agreement, the employee’s age, the employer, the reason for separation, and applicable federal, state, or local law. This article is for general…
Published by: Swartz Swidler LLC Last updated: 06/08/2026 Jurisdiction note: This article is for employees in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and South Jersey. Overtime rights can depend on federal law, state law, job duties, pay structure, employer coverage, and the facts of the work performed. This article is for general informational purposes only and is…
Published by: Swartz Swidler LLC Last updated: 06/01/2026 Jurisdiction note: This article is for employees in Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia and nearby areas. Employment laws and deadlines can vary based on the facts, employer, claim type, and location. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Direct Answer In Pennsylvania, your…
Published By: Richard Swartz and Justin Swidler Last Updated: 05/31/2026 Jurisdiction note: This article is for employees in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, and South Jersey. Employment laws and deadlines can vary based on the facts, location, employer, and type of claim. When something goes wrong at work, it can be hard to know whether you…
Your employer put “salaried” on your offer letter. You work 50, 55, sometimes 60 hours a week. And when you ask about overtime, you get the same answer: salaried employees don’t get overtime. That may be wrong. Being paid a salary does not automatically exempt you from overtime. Under federal law and New Jersey and…
Introduction In 2026, worker misclassification remains one of the most common and costly employment errors in the United States — and it’s affecting contractors more than ever. Misclassification occurs when employers wrongly label workers as independent contractors instead of employees. While this might seem like a paperwork issue, the legal and financial impacts are very…
Introduction The shift to remote work has transformed the professional landscape, offering flexibility but also raising significant questions about employee privacy. If you’re a remote worker in New Jersey or Pennsylvania, you might often wonder: is my employer watching me? Am I being tracked? This isn’t just paranoia; it’s a valid concern fueled by the…
Introduction The holiday season often brings a surge in employment, from temporary retail positions to increased shifts in hospitality. However, once the festive decorations are packed away, many employees in New Jersey and Pennsylvania face a harsh reality: a sudden and often unannounced reduction in work hours. This can be a devastating blow, impacting household…
I. The Legal Snapshot: A Quick Summary Whistleblowers filing at year-end face unique risks that do not exist in July. The “first-to-file” bar under the federal False Claims Act requires you to be the very first person to file a lawsuit to claim a reward. However, NJ state courts typically hold a recess between…