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New Jersey Courts and Covid: Imperfect Together
The public health/pandemic emergency has forced most parts of society to change how they operate. That includes the New Jersey court system, which is struggling to get back on its feet after 9 months of shutdown. New Jersey courts are stumbling towards live jury trials, yet backlog, delays, and practical issues will likely push back…
Read MoreHolidays + Divorce + COVID-19 = Stress: Has Thanksgiving Turned into Thanksvirus?
The holidays are a notoriously tough time for split families. There are so many expectations for the holidays. Holidays are sold to us as times when everyone is together with loved ones, we have a great time, and we enjoy holiday memories we cherish forever. Unfortunately, this is not true for even the most functional…
Read MoreMay a NJ Employer Compel a COVID-19 Vaccine as a Condition of Employment?
No COVID-19 vaccination is yet approved for use in the US. It may be well into 2021 before one is widely available, but the legal issues surrounding vaccines are worth considering. Some employers may require a vaccine for employees to keep their jobs or for applicants to get hired. Would that be a good idea? …
Read MoreWhat Can You Do to Make Your Marriage a Success?
Divorce is a fact of life for too many. A successful marriage takes effort. Despite mighty efforts, marriages still fail. Yet couples may inoculate their marriage and improve the odds of success by taking these extra steps to make it work. There’s no lack of marital advice out there. It’s a matter of applied wisdom.…
Read MoreRace Discrimination Isn’t Just About Skin Color
New Jersey bans race-based hair discrimination in the workplace and other areas of public accommodation, thanks to a bill Gov. Murphy signed into law in December. Someone’s race can be visible in any number of ways, including hairstyles. The Create a Respectful and Open Workspace for Natural Hair Act (or CROWN Act) should cause employers…
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