There are strong public policy reasons why whistleblower activities are protected. They play a valuable role in bringing alleged corporate misconduct to light. The usual modus operandi at many workplaces throughout the country is that most employees go along with wrongful conduct, even when they know it to be illegal. Whether the employees personally benefit or do not wish to potentially jeopardize their employment by coming forward, most people tend to keep silent when they witness wrongdoing on the job.[…] Read More
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How Does New Jersey Law Protect Me From Wrongful Termination?
Your employer has the right to terminate you when you are an at-will employee under many circumstances, and they can also end your employment if you have violated a contract. However, your employer does not have an unlimited right to terminate you because it must be in accordance with the law. You are protected from wrongful termination when you are a member of a protected class or you have engaged in an activity that is allowed by the law. An[…] Read More
What Qualifies as Wrongful Termination in New Jersey?
Anti-discrimination laws protect you in all aspects of the employment process, whether it is in hiring decisions, the conditions of your employment, or any decision to end your job that an employer may make. Even when you are at at-will employee, you may still not be wrongfully terminated from your employment. When you are the victim of wrongful termination, you can file a lawsuit against your employer seeking compensation. You may be entitled to a substantial amount of money based[…] Read More
How Am I Protected as a Whistleblower in South Jersey?
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
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