Employees in New Jersey have strong legal protection against workplace discrimination, retaliation, and interference with medical leaves. A recent decision in Naranjo v. United Airlines, Inc. reinforces those rights, particularly for workers managing chronic health conditions. The federal court’s
Workers in Bergen County and across New Jersey have the right to a workplace free of harassment. A recent decision from the Appellate Division, Burga v. UniFirst Corp., demonstrates that courts will allow sexual harassment claims to move forward
Workers in Bergen County and throughout New Jersey have the right to practice their faith without sacrificing their jobs. A recent federal decision, Aquil v. City of Newark, underscores that employees have the right not to be subjected to
If an employer fails to protect its workers from sexual harassment, especially by someone in the same workplace it may be held accountable under New Jersey law. That is the takeaway from a recent appellate decision that reinstated a
On June 5, 2025, the United States Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, clarifying the legal standards that apply in workplace “reverse discrimination” cases. The Court held that plaintiffs are not subject
In many employment discrimination cases, it can be difficult to prove what really motivated a company’s decision to fire, demote, or pass over a qualified worker for a promotion. But sometimes, someone in power simply says the quiet part out
A recent decision from the New Jersey Appellate Division serves as a strong reminder to employers: workers who speak up about unsafe conditions or violations of state regulations cannot be retaliated against. In Hussain v. Allies, Inc., the court revived a
In a landmark decision on March 17, 2025, the New Jersey Supreme Court unanimously ruled in Rosalyn Musker v. Suuchi, Inc. that commissions are unequivocally considered “wages” under the NJ Wage Payment Law (WPL). This ruling strengthens protections for New
