Archive: 2022
New Legislation Relaxes Some of NJ’s Child Labor Laws Just in Time for Summer
Jul 6, 2022 | Written by: | Share
On July 1, 2022, Governor Murphy signed new child labor legislation (Bill A-4222) just in time for this summer. The new law creates permanent new working hours for New Jersey minors, greatly...
NJ Court Ruling Signals End to FAA Preemption of NJ’s Arbitration Ban for Sex Discrimination Claims
Jun 24, 2022 | Written by: | Share
Agreements requiring employees to arbitrate disputes arising out of their employment relationship are not uncommon. The motivating force behind them is the notion that arbitration provides an...
Is Rescue of Drowning Dog Covered Under NJ’s Common Law Rescue Doctrine?
Jun 22, 2022 | Written by: | Share
The New Jersey State Supreme Court recently revisited the Common Law Rescue Doctrine, which permits a rescuer injured during the rescue act to sue a rescued victim who partially or wholly caused the...
NJ District Court Provides Guidance to Municipalities Seeking to Regulate Short-Term Rentals
Jun 17, 2022 | Written by: | Share
The regulation of short-term rentals has become controversial in recent years as an increasing number of municipalities seek to enact ordinances. Litigation throughout the State of New Jersey has...
Divorce In a Recession
Jun 13, 2022 | Written by: | Share
The last few years have been particularly challenging for most of us; the global pandemic has challenged our relationships, finances, and overall health. Now, as we hopefully rebound from those...
Distinguishing Unprofessional Behavior from Discriminatory Behavior that Violates the NJ Law Against Discrimination
May 24, 2022 | Written by: | Share
Workplace behavior by bartenders was the subject of an interesting unpublished NJ Appellate Division decision last month. In Bouziotis v. Iron Bar, LLC and Darrell Remlinger, A-27028-20 (App. Div....
Employers, Teens, and Parents/Guardians: Be Aware of Child Labor Laws as Summer Approaches
May 13, 2022 | Written by: | Share
As the last days of school approach and the summer months draw nearer, many teenagers will be returning to the work force. New Jersey takes the safety and protection of its minors who work these...
Recent Updates in NJ Family Law
May 12, 2022 | Written by: | Share
It is important to keep abreast of the new issues and decisions that affect family law in the state of New Jersey on an almost daily basis. The following three recent updates are noteworthy and...
Are NJ Employers Required to Provide Meal or Rest Breaks?
Apr 27, 2022 | Written by: | Share
You may be surprised to learn that New Jersey does not require its employers to provide most workers with breaks for meals or rest, except for paid meal breaks for minor employees under the age of...
Affidavit of Merit Not Needed for Vicarious Liability Claims Involving Unlicensed Employees
Apr 20, 2022 | Written by: | Share
Lawsuits for injuries, wrongful death, and property damages caused by the malpractice or negligence of licensed professionals or professional entities require an Affidavit of Merit from a licensed...