Worker’s Compensation and Covid-19

April 2, 2020 by Begelman and Orlow

We’ve all gotten sick at least once in our lifetimes, but most of us have been spared from the most brutal diseases and ailments thanks to modern-day medicine. While vaccines and treatments are better than ever in history, scientists can’t prepare for outbreaks of new, novel diseases that haven’t been seen before. Such is the… 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

Understanding Qui Tam Lawsuits in New Jersey

February 18, 2020 by Begelman and Orlow

What Is a Qui Tam Lawsuit? A qui tam lawsuit is also referred to as a whistleblower lawsuit. It is a part of the False Claims Act (FCA) and is designed to avoid government fraud. Qui tam cases cover crimes in which an individual, or a group of individuals, conspires against the government, in an… More

False Imprisonment And Shoplifting Accusations: Do I Have A Claim?

January 29, 2020 by Begelman and Orlow

What is False Imprisonment? In certain circumstances, a store is allowed to briefly detain someone they suspect of shoplifting to determine if their suspicions have any merit. But just like any right, this one has boundaries. When a store detains someone in an unreasonable manner or for an unreasonable amount of time, the suspected shoplifter… 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