No 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…

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New 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…

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Painter 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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New Jersey Legislator Introduces Reform of Alimony Laws

Divorcing couples must sort out a number of matters, including whether one will pay the other alimony and the amount of the payment. Alimony has long been a part of divorce proceedings, but a change to its very nature could be in the offing. Groups in various states have begun to push for alimony reform,…

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Pregnant Woman Awarded Settlement in Sex Discrimination Lawsuit

Women in New Jersey and around the country can have successful, fulfilling careers and be excellent mothers. Employers should facilitate a female employee’s transition into motherhood so that she is not forced to make the decision between career aspirations and parenting responsibilities. In fact, federal law protects pregnant women from discrimination based on their pregnancy.…

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