Tresa Baldas of Detroit Free Press recently interviewed Kathleen Connelly in reaction to the ongoing investigation of TV Station WXYZ ‘s inadequate response to Anchorman Malcom Maddox allegations of sexual harassment. Kathleen, who specializes in employment law and workplace investigations questioned the TV Station WXYZ’s investigation given the severity of…
Although not required by federal or New Jersey law, many employers utilize policies, which govern appropriate dress and grooming standards for employees in the workplace. For example, when attending business meetings with visitors or clients, employers may require that employee attire reflect that of the individuals with whom that employee…
Workplace harassment remains a harsh and unavoidable reality for employers. Given the recent #MeToo movement, employers can expect to see a continued rise in complaints concerning harassment, specifically sexual harassment. Although no guidelines can define sexual harassment with complete clarity, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other physical,…
Bob Anderson, co-chair of Lindabury’s Cybersecurity and Data Privacy practice group, was recently interviewed by Karen Talley of FierceCEO, a publication that is considered a must-read source for running a business. Bob reports to Ms. Talley that “there is a tendency for businesses to not put the emphasis on employees,…
Both New Jersey and the Federal government have established laws prohibiting workplace harassment in any form including discrimination that is based on a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or marital status. In addition, these laws prohibit retaliation…
Liquor licenses are state-issued licenses that enable your business to legally sell alcohol. The laws around liquor licenses vary by state and New Jersey has some of the most restrictive liquor license laws in the nation (along with being some of the most expensive). In New Jersey, the Division of…
Employers must give careful consideration to questions asked during the hiring process. While most employers are aware that they cannot ask questions that directly relate to a prospective employee’s protected status (age, gender, religion, national origin, disability, etc.), employers also need to be mindful to exercise care when inquiring into…
An employer may find itself in a position where, without immediate relief, it may suffer a loss that cannot be made whole by monetary damages alone. For example, a party may feel that a breach of contract or impending breach of contract requires immediate action to protect its interests and…
Nearly all 401(k) plans are governed by the Employment Retirement Act of 1979 (“ERISA”). ERISA regulates pension, health & welfare, and other employee benefits including 401(k) programs. Under ERISA, if owner of an ERISA-governed 401(k) plan dies, their surviving spouse is automatically entitled to 401(k) benefits at the time death,…
Regardless of whether you are the spouse who initiated divorce proceedings by filing a complaint with the Court or whether you are the spouse who has just received the divorce complaint, you may be dealing with a range of emotions and unclear as to what steps you should take next.…