You discovered your company was overbilling Medicare. You reported sexual harassment by a supervisor. You refused to falsify safety records. Then suddenly, you’re demoted, your hours are cut, or worse—you’re […]
Are you being mistreated at work because of your race, gender, age, or even your association with someone in a protected group… Discrimination and harassment remain alarmingly common across workplaces in the United States, but so do the legal protections available to you.
You Deserve Better: A Practical Guide to Fighting Discrimination and Harassment at Work Read More »
A video editor named B never signed a formal contract or reported to an office, but each day they received detailed instructions via messenger, handled customer communication, and followed set
Are You Really a Freelancer? The Law Might Say You’re an Employee Read More »
Nurses working at small hospitals or medical facilities are continuously concerned about whether wage payments based on their working hours are being made fairly. This concern is particularly acute when
Workers in New Jersey’s restaurant industry, particularly those in positions such as servers, bartenders, and delivery personnel who receive tips directly from customers, are always concerned about whether their wages
In modern society, the participation of immigrants and undocumented workers in the labor market is an inevitable reality. They seek employment to alleviate economic hardship or maintain their livelihood, but
When Undocumented Workers in New Jersey Are Not Properly Paid Read More »
In New Jersey, many people work under titles such as freelancer, contractor, or “project-based partner.” Some are paid by the hour, some sign “outsourcing agreements,” and others receive 1099 tax
New Jersey │ Am I an Employee or an Independent Contractor? What’s the Difference? Read More »
In real-world employment settings, some workers—especially those who are new to the job or worried about being laid off—may accept arrangements such as “low pay during training,” “cash compensation,” or
New Jersey │ Can an Employee Waive the Right to Minimum Hourly Wage? Read More »
Under the Civil Rights Act of 1978, as amended, and several other federal laws, employers with 15 or more employees cannot fire an employee because she is pregnant. Employers must
[Legal Q&A] Can my employer fire me if I get pregnant? Read More »
