Category: Employment Law

In your rush to part ways with your employer and move on to a new opportunity, you neglected to make sure the deal with the new employer was iron-clad before putting in your two weeks’ notice. Now, instead of moving on to greener pastures, the new employer rescinds the offer and leaves you without a job. Now what? While this may sound unlikely, it is quite common. In fact, there are numerous reasons an employer may choose to rescind an[…] Read More

From rideshare drivers to freelance designers, gig work encompasses a broad spectrum of independent contractors and temporary workers who provide services on a flexible basis. This shift toward gig work presents both opportunities and challenges, particularly for employment law. As more individuals engage in gig work, legal questions about worker classification, rights, and protections have become increasingly pressing. How Worker Classification Affects Your Rights? One of the most contentious issues in the gig economy is worker classification. Workers are typically[…] Read More

Employers often rely on doctor’s notes to verify an employee’s absence due to illness or injury—but you may not know exactly when you need a doctor’s note to call in from work. The process can feel confusing with all the employer policies and state laws you need to pay attention to, so let a South Jersey employment lawyer at The Law Offices of Leo B. Dubler, III, LLC tell you what you need to know. When Can Your Employer Request[…] Read More

Workplace dress codes often try to ensure professionalism or uniformity, and many workplaces across multiple industries have one in place. However, these requirements can sometimes cross the line into unfair or discriminatory practices, which may violate your legal rights as an employee. If you believe that an employer has treated you inequitably because of their dress code, let a South Jersey employment lawyer at The Law Offices of Leo B. Dubler, III, LLC, tell you what you need to know.[…] Read More

If someone uses words, tone, or language to demean, intimidate, or humiliate another individual, the first person has engaged in verbal harassment. This type of harassment can create a hostile work environment, impact your mental health, and interfere with your ability to perform your job effectively. If you believe that someone in your place of employment—your boss, a coworker, or even a third party—has verbally harassed you, you deserve to know your legal rights and protections. How Can You Recognize[…] Read More