As an employee in New Jersey, you can engage in certain activities that are protected under the law. If your employer is engaging in misconduct, you have the right to come forward as a whistleblower. You even have the right to conscientiously refuse to participate in the activity. However, your employer may not take kindly to this, and they may engage in retaliation against you. If your protections have been violated, you can take legal action against your employer to seek[…] Read More
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Can My Employer Reduce My Pay?
If your New Jersey employer wants to reduce your wages, you may have rights and legal recourse under New Jersey employment law—let us help you determine what steps you can take to protect yourself. Is It Legal for Employers to Cut My Pay in New Jersey? In most circumstances, employers in New Jersey can legally reduce your pay: New Jersey operates under “at-will” employment laws, which means employers can modify the terms of employment, including wages, at any time and[…] Read More
What Can I Do if False Accusations Against Me at Work Got Me Fired?
Wrongful termination can be a difficult area of the law, especially when you are an at-will employee. The employer does not necessarily even need a reason to terminate you at any time. They have that ability when you do not have an employment contract. You would need to dig far deeper into the facts and circumstances that led to your termination to determine whether there was any illegal conduct at play. There are several instances in which an employer cannot[…] Read More
What Are Some Important Questions About Blowing the Whistle at Work?
Under both New Jersey and federal law, you have the legal right and ability to come forward as a whistleblower without fear of retaliation from your employer. This is the way that it is supposed to work in theory. In practice, it is often far different. Employers may retaliate against whistleblowers, even firing them from their jobs. If that has happened in your case, you may be entitled to financial compensation in a lawsuit. Here are some common questions that[…] Read More
What Are My Rights as an Employee?
Whether you are dealing with unfair pay, uncomfortable work environments, or worrying about losing your job for the wrong reasons, your workplace rights build a foundation for a fair, safe, and respectful workplace in New Jersey. What Counts as Workplace Discrimination in South Jersey? You have the right to be judged on your skills and performance—not on who you are. Employment discrimination happens when decisions about hiring, pay, promotions, or firing are influenced by characteristics such as race, religion, gender,[…] Read More