A recent decision from the Superior Court of New Jersey held that the New Jersey First Act (“Act”) and its residency requirements are unconstitutional in their present form. The New Jersey First Act mandates that all state employees, including teachers, must reside in New Jersey within a year of... 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
You take pride in your independent school and the fine reputation it has forged in the New Jersey area. You also work hard to maintain that reputation. Key in doing so is making sure your employment practices are sound and don’t expose your school to undue risk. Employment practices... 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
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