Robin Scheffler, a Charter School teacher, filed an appeal with the Commissioner of Education on September 11, 2020, challenging the non-renewal of her employment, alleging the same violated her tenure rights. Scheffler claimed that pursuant to N.J.A.C. 6A:11-6.2(a) she had gained tenure at the end of the 2019-2020 school... read more
In July 2021, the New Jersey Legislature quietly amended P.L. 2020, c. 44 (Chapter 44), to the primary benefit of school districts which do not participate in the School Employees’ Health Benefits Program, by requiring that unions and school districts must negotiate to “substantially mitigate” the excessive net health... read more
In 2020, the coronavirus took the world by storm, affecting millions and having a tremendous impact on virtually every segment of society. Now, as New Jersey and other states transition back to a more open economy, many employers are grappling with what their new workplace will look like, what... read more
Running a business in New Jersey in these competitive times can be fraught with risk. This is not only due to outside forces such as competition and market fluctuations, but also internally, by employees who may file a fraudulent claim for workers’ compensation. The question becomes: Is the claim... read more
Due in large part to the coronavirus, 2020 was a challenging year for most employers, and many of those challenges continue into 2021. The increasing availability and administration of vaccines has helped to resolve some challenges, but also presented some new ones. In addition, Congress and the New Jersey... read more
Employers generally understand that all forms of workplace harassment, be it racial harassment, age-based harassment, disability-based harassment, sexual harassment, etc., are unlawful. It is in all employers’ best interest to be concerned about workplace harassment and to take steps to prevent it within their company or organization. Workplace harassment... read more
The past year has been tough for most employers. Those who have been able to continue operating have had the challenge of having some employees work remotely because public health rules required them to remain at home. Others were afraid to leave home for fear of catching COVID-19. Employers... read more
Businesses close for any number of reasons. Unfortunately, some have been unable to make it through conditions brought about by the pandemic. Others close because the business owner is ready to move on to a new endeavor, be it retirement or another market. And others close because the business... read more
The Occupational Safety and Hazard Administration (OSHA) can make a routine stop at any time and decide to conduct an inspection. If an inspection uncovers an OSHA violation, it can come with hefty fines that can cripple a small business. How can New Jersey businesses protect themselves from such... read more
As you consider reopening your business operations, there are numerous issues related to COVID-19 for employers to take into account. Under the federal Guidelines for Opening Up America Again, employers should develop and implement appropriate policies, in accordance with Federal, State, and local regulations and guidance, and informed by... read more
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