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“Can I Be Fired Because I’m Overweight?”
Unless your weight has some connection to a “protected basis” in anti-discrimination law, in New Jersey, you can be fired because you’re overweight. As long as a firing decision isn’t illegal, the reason can be as irrational and illogical as your employer sees fit. The issue of discrimination against people who are heavier than average…
Read More“Will a NJ Trial Judge Allow our Child to Testify During a Child Custody and Parenting Time Hearing?”
The New Jersey Rules of Court grant trial judges discretion whether to have children testify at a hearing on child custody and parenting time. If that takes place, it won’t be held in open court but rather as an interview in the judge’s chambers. The judge would need to feel the testimony is relevant, it’s…
Read MoreFederal Agency Rules Hush Money Payment in a Severance Agreement is Unlawful
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently ruled that language commonly used in severance agreements is unlawful. The Board stated these provisions conflict with ex-employees’ rights to discuss the terms and conditions of their employment with others. Their February decision hasn’t been appealed as of this writing, but it probably will be. You may be…
Read MoreWhen and How Do I Change Attorneys in the Middle of a Case?
There are many good reasons to switch attorneys. If you’re not a good fit, your attorney fails to return your calls or emails, or your attorney won’t represent you any longer, then it’s time to find someone else who will. If your attorney isn’t competently representing you or gives you bad advice, then it’s time…
Read MoreWill There Be a Federal Ban on Non-Compete Agreements?
Non-compete agreements prevent employees from working for an employer’s competition in a given area and time. In January, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) unveiled a rule that may prevent companies from using these agreements to limit their employees’ ability to work for a rival. How Can a Non-Compete Agreement Impact Me? These agreements restrict the…
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