Posts by Hanan Isaacs
Marriage Study Has Implications for New Jersey Couples
Over the years, many studies have searched for what ingredients make a happy and lasting marriage. For some time, however, living together before marriage was an indicator that the union was more likely to end in divorce than one where the couple shared a residence only after the marriage ceremony. A new study released by…
Read MoreNew Jersey Law AddressesHhiring Discrimination Against Jobless
The recession of four years ago hit many people hard. The state of the economy and its potential recovery is a never ending discussion in newspapers and on television shows. The economy is also a ubiquitous concern for the millions the recession left unemployed, a number of whom still encounter difficulty in finding permanent work.…
Read MoreNo Age Discrimination In Termination Involving Sexually Explicit Emails
The Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit recently decided a case that found no age discrimination where four employees had been terminated for violating the company’s policy against emailing of sexually explicit pictures. The case arose when the company began an investigation of one of the four employees for sexual harassment. In the course…
Read MoreNew Jersey Legislation Could Order DNA Test, Affect Child Support
Parenting is a collaborative endeavor, and this is true whether a couple is married or divorced. The law reflects the collaborative approach, requiring divorced parents to contribute to their child’s support even after the separation. Child support can be one of the most important aspects of a divorce. Some parents, however, feel they are unfairly…
Read MorePainter Wins Settlement in Retaliation Lawsuit Against Employer
Employees of any company in New Jersey and around the country should be able to work in an environment free from discrimination. Unfortunately, other employees’ prejudices can make their way into the workplace. These can include offensive jokes, derogatory terms and racial slurs. Employees should not have to worry about being fired if they report…
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