Top 4 Most Common Examples of Workplace Discrimination

January 5, 2021 by Begelman and Orlow

Many people know that discrimination in the workplace is illegal. However, it is not always as easy to determine what is and isn’t considered discrimination. What is Workplace Discrimination? Workplace discrimination is when an employer or supervisor discriminates against someone in the workplace. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) protects employees from workplace discrimination against… More

New Jersey Employment and Labor Laws

March 12, 2020 by Begelman and Orlow

Labor laws are put in place to protect the rights of employees. When an employee agrees to work for a business, that decision is not one-sided. The employer must also follow certain laws, whether those laws are state or federal-based. These laws vary, depending on the state in which the employee works. New Jersey Employment… More

I Got Fired! Can I Sue For Wrongful Termination?

January 16, 2020 by Begelman and Orlow

What is Wrongful Termination? Being let go from a job is an awful feeling. In many cases, a company does not need a reason to fire an employee, and when it happens the employee often does not have any recourse. But there are laws that were created to protect the American worker under certain circumstances,… More

Can I Be Fired for Missing One Day of Work?

November 21, 2019 by Begelman and Orlow

Employment Law Basics When an employee misses a day of work, it’s commonplace to believe that the employee will be fired for this offense. This is because, in most circumstances, an employee can and will be fired for missing a day of work without providing his or her employee with adequate and proper notice. However,… More

How Do I Know if I Have Been Wrongfully Terminated in New Jersey and Pennsylvania?

November 7, 2019 by Begelman and Orlow

Wrongful Termination Determining whether you have been wrongfully terminated from your employment can be tricky. Just because you feel that your termination was unwarranted or immoral does not mean that it is considered a wrongful termination under federal or state law. Below, we discuss how you can determine whether or not you have been wrongfully… More

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