Bullying is an intolerable and abusive situation that makes you dread coming to work, increases your stress levels while at work and at home, and drastically reduces your productivity. Unfortunately, there are no laws that can protect you against workplace bully in...
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My company is downsizing, how do I get a severance package?
Downsizing looks different for different companies and packages may vary from employee to employee. In larger companies, downsizing and layoffs may automatically come with “hand raiser” packages. This means that the company may ask for volunteers to give up their...
What if I want to leave and I have signed a non-compete agreement?
Some executive level employees may be bound by a non-compete agreement that they signed at the start of their employment. This means that they are limited in where they may work or the type of job they may take if they wish to leave their current position. While...
I want to leave my job, what issue should I consider?
When deciding to move on to a new position, you should consider what ties you to your current job. In some instances, employees may have signed an employment agreement that may restrict his or her ability to continue work in the industry for a certain time. This type...
My friend and I want to go into business: Part 3
As you grow your business and start to hire more employees, you will begin to face a lot of new issues. Many of these issues are addressed by having an employee handbook that provides the rulebook for your workplace. The employee handbook forces you to think about...
My friend and I want to go into business: Part 2
Once you have your partnership agreement, signed by all parties, in place, you should consult with a good accountant. The next most important piece of the puzzle is to ensure that your partnership books and records are set up properly and efficiently. Your goal is...
My friend and I want to go into business: Part 1
To start a business with a partner, you should always have a partnership agreement in place. Even though you are good friends and have the same objectives at the start of the venture that may not be true later. A partnership agreement sets out each partner’s rights...
Pregnant Employees
An employer must not discriminate against a pregnant worker or treat them differently that it would any other worker. In New Jersey, the 2014 enactment of the Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act (“PWFA”) imposes new obligations upon the employer, namely to provide special...
Can I appeal my unemployment denial?
You must appeal the denial of your unemployment benefits if you believe that you were eligible for benefits. Your eligibility will depend on a calculation of the number of weeks you have worked but also upon the reasons for your separation from employment. You must...
Do I have to pay my babysitter minimum wage?
Pursuant to the Youth Minimum Wage Law, you have to pay a minimum of $4.25 per hour to a baby sitter who is less than 20 years old for the first 90 days of their employment. This is called the Youth Minimum Wage Law. Once the sitter turns 20 or has worked for you for...