Paid time off (PTO) is a benefit that many employers offer to their employees. PTO allows employees to take time off from work for various reasons, such as vacation, sick leave, personal days, or holidays. PTO can also accrue over time, meaning that employees can earn more PTO as they work longer for their employers.
Workplace wrongdoing is any illegal, unethical, or fraudulent conduct committed by an employer or a co-worker that harms the public interest, such as violating the law, wasting public funds, endangering public health or safety, or harming the environment. Employees who witness or discover workplace wrongdoing have a duty and a right to report it to
Workplace bullying is a form of abusive behavior that occurs when an employee is subjected to repeated, unreasonable, or malicious conduct that is not based on a protected characteristic, such as race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by law. Workplace bullying can create a hostile,
Workplace disputes are an inevitable aspect of employment, arising from a variety of issues such as conflicts between employees, disagreements over terms and conditions, or allegations of unfair treatment. Resolving these disputes is crucial for maintaining a healthy work environment and ensuring fair treatment for all parties involved. Understanding the nature of workplace disputes as
Sexual harassment is a challenging subject that extends beyond legalities. There is the mental and emotional stress to consider, as well. Coming forward with your struggle is important, and having someone who can support you and your case is essential to ensuring that you get the justice you deserve. This underscores the critical importance of
If you’ve taken the significant step of scheduling a consultation with a sexual harassment attorney, it’s essential to be well-prepared for your appointment. Understanding the nature of sexual harassment and what to expect during the consultation is crucial. At Swartz Swidler, our New Jersey sexual harassment attorneys are here to help you navigate this process,
Experiencing sexual harassment at your workplace in New Jersey can be an emotionally and mentally distressing ordeal. The fear of potential repercussions can cast a shadow over your professional life, making it daunting to address such issues. Moreover, distinguishing between what constitutes illegal sexual harassment and what doesn’t can be a complex task. If you
Workplace bullying and intimidation can derail careers and lead to a toxic environment at work. While this type of conduct can make the working environment unbearable and lead to higher turnover rates and reduced productivity, some employers do nothing to end it. Workplace bullying is not illegal in many cases. However, there are certain situations
Some New Jersey employers discriminate against job applicants and employees based on their pregnancy status. Employers might refuse to hire women who are pregnant or question the hiring of women of childbearing age, deny promotions and training opportunities to women because they might get pregnant in the future, or wrongfully terminate women based on pregnancy
Wrongdoing by companies can go undetected without the willingness of individuals and employees to come forward with reports. Because of the important role whistleblowers have in exposing corporate malfeasance, both the federal and New Jersey state government have enacted multiple whistleblower laws. These laws provide incentives to individuals who have inside information about fraudulent schemes