Diving Into the Rule of Three

Diving Into the Rule of Three The New Jersey Civil Service Commision has enacted the “Rule of Three” to further prevent unlawful discrimination, nepotism, or other types of favoritism in civil service agencies and departments. This law requires that all hiring and promotions be based on merit and demonstrated ability. In order to ensure this,…

COVID-19 Termination

With the coronavirus pandemic at large, and shelter-in-place rules sweeping the country, many businesses have found themselves being forced to shut down hiring and turning to furloughs or layoffs just to stay afloat. Now millions of U.S. workers are being furloughed as the coronavirus has brought the economy to a virtual standstill and left nearly 25 million…

Crossing The Line: Discrimination And Harassment At Work

New media attention to workplace dynamics has brought questions regarding proper professional behavior. Discrimination includes the act of, or a proposing act of, treating someone unfavorably based on personal characteristics protected by the law. Employees are protected from direct and indirect discrimination throughout their employment. Direct discrimination often happens when an employer or co-worker makes…

Recognizing Employee Discrimination

With the rise of the #metoo movement, sexual harassment and workplace discrimination are finally getting the attention they deserve. While nearly everyone agrees that discrimination at work involves the breaking of boundaries or unfair treatment, it can still be difficult to recognize employee discrimination when it occurs. New Jersey Law Under New Jersey law, employers…

#MeToo Movement Raises Workplace Issues

The #MeToo movement has quickly brought issues of workplace gender discrimination and sexual harassment to the fore. Women across America are beginning to share their disturbing stories of unfair treatment and outright sexual assault. While the movement has drawn attention for the shockingly high number of included celebrity voices, gender discrimination and its related issues…

Employment Discrimination

Even in today’s age of relative enlightenment, employment discrimination is real and should never be dismissed or ignored. If you are an employer, you should be conscious of and committed to treating your employees and prospective employees fairly and equitably. As an employee, you need to know that you have the right to be treated…