Disability Accommodation Rights in New Jersey

Disability Accommodation Rights in New Jersey

Employees with disabilities in New Jersey are protected by some of the strongest workplace accommodation laws in the country. Yet many workers are unsure of what qualifies as a disability, what accommodations employers must provide, or what to do when an employer...
New Jersey Family and Medical Leave Laws

New Jersey Family and Medical Leave Laws

What Employees Need to Know About FMLA and NJFLA Employees in New Jersey have some of the strongest job-protected leave rights in the country. However, many workers are unaware of how federal and state leave laws overlap, what qualifies as protected leave, or when an...
Key Terms & Provisions in Severance Agreements

Key Terms & Provisions in Severance Agreements

Understanding What You’re Signing When you’re presented with a severance agreement in New Jersey, it’s rarely “just paperwork.” Every clause represents a negotiation between your rights and your employer’s protection. Below, we explain the key terms and legal...
Key Terms & Provisions in Severance Agreements

What Is a Severance Agreement? A Complete Guide

What Is a Severance Agreement? When your employment ends — whether through layoff, termination, or mutual separation — your employer may offer you a severance agreement. But what exactly is it? What rights do you give up? What must it include? And can you negotiate...
Defending NJ employers accused of LGBTQ discrimination

Defending NJ employers accused of LGBTQ discrimination

What can I do if I am accused of discrimination by an LGBTQ employee? You might not have even known that your employee was gay or transgender, but now you are being accused of discrimination based on sexual orientation. This is a serious charge, and one you should not...