Wrongful termination has become an extraordinarily complex matter during the COVID-19 outbreak. Employers are struggling to keep up with the massive changes in the legal landscape. With employees focused on remaining employed and feeding their families, it is just as unlikely that they are aware of the legal issues surrounding the pandemic. It is overwhelming, […]
Unemployment claims in New Jersey are increasing at an astonishing rate. Around this time, in March of 2019, approximately 10,000 people filed for benefits. One year later, that number has reached over 1 million claims and continues to rise. Businesses are shutting down and workers are being laid off due to the Coronavirus. The N.J. Department […]
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) is responding to questions about how the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) and the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) apply to individuals affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. While COVID-19 does not discriminate, DCR will be investigating complaints of discrimination or harassment under the LAD, as […]
This is a time for us all to do our civic duty. On Saturday, March 21st, Governor Phil Murphy issued Executive Order 107. This affects us all, especially small business owners. This office has always been a resource for employers and entrepreneurs. My family, the Sharlins, have a long history of serving Mercer County and […]
Cash is king. You may have prepared a three-to-six-month buffer, but you still need a contingency plan for when that runs out. There was little to no way for you to prepare for these unprecedented times and there are still bills to pay.Take full advantage of the CARES Act.The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Economic Injury […]
As of January 1, 2020, the New Jersey Department of Labor announced increases in the maximum benefit rates and taxable wage base as of January 1 for its Unemployment Insurance, Temporary Disability Insurance, Family Leave Insurance and Workers’ Compensation programs. It uses a statewide average weekly wage (SAWW) to determine worker’s compensation benefits every year. […]
Rules prohibiting employees from speaking Spanish are illegal, with few exceptions. Such cases are investigated by the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”). The EEOCC determines whether a policy is legal or not. In cases of discrimination based on such violations, it helps a great deal to have a Spanish-speaking attorney. Let’s explore some […]
Macy’s, T-Mobile and restaurant chains like Moe’s, McAlister’s Deli, and Schlotsky’s have all suffered data breaches. That kind of thing only happens to them, right? Wrong. In 2020, if you own a small business and have a technology budget, security is the most significant investment you can make. What are some other technology investments? It could […]
What are the trends that will shape 2020? This is not an unreasonable question, not if you are an entrepreneur with a desire to grow your business. Get the jump on the competition by considering these five growth factors:Optimization – According to Ernst & Young’s Strategic Growth Forum, 67% of entrepreneurs said they were focused […]
Attention, small business owners! Have you begun budgeting for 2020? What are you waiting for? The economy may be booming, but global recession and political upheaval can always be waiting around the bend. Whether your plans are to expand or to toe the line, approach your 2020 budget with the following in mind:Emergency Fund – […]