Across the country, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and economic fallout, millions of employees continue to work. While some became “remote” working from the comfort of their homes, others still have to go into work. These “essential” employees confront the risk of contracting COVID-19 at work. Emergency legislation on federal, state, and local…
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…
NJ: The State of New Jersey has passed legislation that prohibits an employer — during the ongoing Public Health Emergency and State of Emergency — from terminating or refusing to reinstate an employee who has, or is likely to have, an infectious disease which requires the employee to miss time at work. An employee who…
In these unprecedented times, as healthcare workers and government officials work tirelessly to fight off a serious health threat, another pandemic of its own remains at large. Swiftly and steadily spreading across the United States, Covid-19 brings with it reports of discrimination and xenophobia that several lawyers say they haven’t seen since the aftermath of…
[fsn_row][fsn_column width=”12″][fsn_text] How to Pack a Go Bag for Extended Hospital Stays For frequent hospital visits, a “go bag” with sleep helpers, organization tools, entertainment can help make you more comfortable. By Sarah Witman When an ambulance came to rush Amy Goyer’s mother to the hospital one night in 2012, there wasn’t time to pack…
Fortunately, most people are at least somewhat aware of their rights at work. Reporting discrimination or filing a claim are just two examples of behaviors that can be considered “protected actions” under New Jersey law. But what about when you’re away from the workplace? Is a Facebook post really grounds for termination? What about participating…
Are you concerned your loved one is being abused, neglected, or mistreated in a nursing home? Read through these proactive steps to prevent nursing home abuse. 1. Video surveillance If you have reasonable belief that your loved one is being abused, set up a video surveillance system in their room. It is important that you…
Top 10 Tips that explain how to avoid medical malpractice to obtain the best medical care possible. 1. Exercise your privilege in choosing your own doctor, and choose wisely. Finding the right doctor for you takes research. Look for a referral who is honest, respectful, certified, affiliated with a hospital, and experienced. When choosing the…
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…
Workplace discrimination is serious – but it’s also tough to handle. For employees who have either been victim to acts of discrimination, the challenge can be knowing the proper steps to ensure compensation, restoration, and justice. In New Jersey, employers are guaranteed both protection from discrimination and a framework through which to pursue their claim.…