Weiner Law Group Partner, Maggie Miller, Obtains Dismissal of Employment Claim against the Sussex County Charter School

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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

Jason J. Mastrangelo Promoted To Partner At Weiner Law Group

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Weiner Law Group LLP is proud to announce that Jason J. Mastrangelo has been promoted to Partner of the firm. Jason J. Mastrangelo focuses his practice on the defense of litigated matters, specializing in premises and retail liability, motor vehicle negligence, and also commercial disputes. He defends some of... read more

Managing Compliance in the Post-COVID NJ Workplace

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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

Workers’ Compensation Fraud: Red Flags to Watch For

Employment Law • Weiner Law Group LLP. •

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

New Jersey Employment Law Updates for 2021

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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

How to Protect Your NJ Business from Workplace Harassment Lawsuits

Employment Law • Douglas Zucker •

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

Preventing an OSHA Violation

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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

New Jersey Employment Law Updates for 2019-2020

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2019 is a landmark year for changes in the area of Employment Law.  Family Leave and New Jersey Minimum Wage will be impacted by laws signed by Governor Murphy.  Associate Andreya DiMarco breaks down the new employment laws from Trenton and what it means to employers. New Jersey family Leave... read more

Three Partners Included in the 2019 Edition of Best Lawyers in America

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Weiner Law Group LLP is pleased to announce that 3 Partners have been included in the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. Best Lawyers has published their... read more