New Jersey Governor Vetoes Bill to Expand Public Labor Agreements Date: 4.22.2013 New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has vetoed legislation that would have expanded the definition of projects requiring greater use of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for New Jersey’s public works. Governor Christie cited the detrimental effect the bill (S2425) could have on the continued Hurricane Sandy repair efforts in issuing his absolute veto. In New Jersey, PLAs are pre-hire collective bargaining agreements applying to specific public works projects that force non-union companies to become signatories. PLAs are used on a wide range of construction, reconstruction, demolition, and [ Read More ]
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TECHTOWN | Erik Sherman Chances are, you lack the expertise and tools to navigate the intricate details. Here’s how your business might be at risk. Last year, retail chain Dick’s Sporting Goods agreed to a $15 million settlement of a class action wage and hour lawsuit under the laws of 36 states. A big number, and the type of labor lawsuit that gets big press. But don’t think that most targets of lawsuits over claims of missing wages under the Fair Labor Standards Act and state laws are big companies. According to Seyfarth Shaw partner Noah Finkel, one of the editors of [ Read More ]
START IT UP | Jessica Stillman A reporter announces he’s gotten his dream job on his blog only to have the company rescind the offer in response. Who’s in the wrong? Etiquette, like Jell-O, takes a while to set. Take job hunting, for example. Looking for a gig armed with your resume and best suit is a practice that had been around long enough for informal rules to solidify. Then, social media came and stirred things up. Can employers ask potential hires for Facebook passwords? How terrible an offense is it to have a profile with personal information companies might find off-putting? [ Read More ]
New Jersey’s Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA) is one of the most far-reaching whistleblower laws in the nation. It was enacted to protect employees from the retaliatory actions of their employers for having disclosed or “blown the whistle” on their employer’s participation in unlawful or harmful activity. Our New Jersey Supreme Court has made clear the overarching goal of CEPA is to “protect and encourage employees to report illegal or unethical workplace activities and to discourage public and private sector employers from engaging in such conduct.” CEPA effectuates important public policies of overcoming the victimization of employees and protecting those who [ Read More ]
You work hard, pay your dues, dedicate yourself to your job. Unfortunately, New Jersey employers don’t always play fairly in return. The good news is that you have rights under the law to protect yourself against illegal employment practices, such as job discrimination, a wage and hour dispute, or a wrongful termination. The Mashel Law Firm exclusively represents employees in disputes with their employers. Since 1999 we have been successfully taking on companies of all sizes to make sure our clients obtain what they are entitled to under New Jersey and federal laws. Money Disputes Employers in New Jersey do [ Read More ]
The Law Offices of Stephan T. Mashel – NJ Employment Lawyers. They proudly represents New Jersey’s executive and professional workforce in all areas of employment law. They have prevailed in cases that have altered the landscape of discrimination and employment law in New Jersey. Experience and knowledge count when it comes to including discrimination on the basis of age, gender, pregnancy, race, religion, or disability, sexual harassment, whistleblower retaliation, severance package negotiations, executive compensation, breach of contract, non-compete agreements, wage and hour claims, and unemployment insurance appeals. They provide experienced, aggressive courtroom representation in all federal and state courts in [ Read More ]
No State shall enter into any Treaty, Alliance, or Confederation; grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal; coin Money; emit Bills of Credit; make any Thing but gold and silver Coin a Tender in Payment of Debts; pass any Bill of Attainder, ex post facto Law, or Law impairing the Obligation of Contracts, or grant any Title of Nobility. – Article I, Section 10, Constitution of the United States No, I didn’t post this to highlight the prohibition against states’ granting any title of nobility. I posted it to highlight the prohibition against states’ enacting a law impairing the obligation of [ Read More ]
by The HR Specialist: Minnesota Employment Law on November 29, 2012 10:00am in Firing,Human Resources Take heart if you have ever decided to reinstate an employee or rescind discipline because the employee threatened litigation. Doing so won’t wipe clean his disciplinary record or imply that you admitted he’s living up to your expectations. If he continues to perform poorly and doesn’t take advantage of his second chance to improve, you will be able to use his poor work record as justification to terminate him. Recent case: Jerome drove buses for the Twin Cities’ Metro Transit system. Over the years, he [ Read More ]
You may be violating an employment law just by trying to be nice to your employees, says a new report. The California Chamber of Commerce has produced a white paper cataloging the top 10 mistakes most likely to get a company sued. While a few of the laws cited apply specifically to California, some of them are federal and may apply in your state. The report observes: “Employers may unintentionally violate employment laws simply by trying to provide some flexibility for an employee, save money for the company or just be nice.” Here are the top 10 mistakes: 1. Classifying [ Read More ]
Our Law Firm Our firm’s New Jersey Employment Lawyers are passionate when it comes to practicing law. Regardless of size, resources, or wealth, the attorneys at The Law Office of Stephan T. Mashel are not intimidated by their opponents. We provide diligent, aggressive representation if your rights have been violated by a past or current employer. At the Law Office of Stephan Mashel our NJ Employment Lawyers are passionate about protecting workers rights throughout New Jersey. We represent the legal interests of our clients with the highest degree of skill, enthusiasm and dedication. The Law office of Stephan Mashel offers [ Read More ]
At the Law Office of Stephan T. Mashel, our NJ employment lawyers are passionate about protecting workers and enforcing employee rights throughout New Jersey. We fight to stop unlawful treatment on the job and aggressively pursue claims against employers in order to recover the damages and losses our clients have suffered. The law firm of Stephan T. Mashel, located in Marlboro, New Jersey, is dedicated exclusively to protecting the rights of employees. Unlike other firms that practice law in a variety of areas, we practice in only one area – employment rights. We represent the legal interests of our clients [ Read More ]
Small Businesses and the Affordable Care Act You know the value of providing health insurance to your employees. But it can be a real challenge for small businesses. On average, small businesses pay about 18% more than large firms for the same health insurance policy. And small businesses lack the purchasing power that larger employers have. The health care law provides tax credits and soon – the ability to shop for insurance in Exchanges that help close this gap. Top Things to Know for Small Businesses If you have up to 25 employees, pay average annual wages below $50,000, and [ Read More ]
If you are involved in an employment dispute, or need advice about an employment-related matter, you may need to hire an employment lawyer. An effective employment lawyer can help educate you on state and federal laws concerning wrongful termination, wage disputes, defamation, whistleblower protections, and other employment-related matters. Knowing when to contact or hire an employment lawyer can make the difference between satisfactory recovery of lost time, money, and damages, and never getting compensated for your loss. Below is important information you need to know about hiring an employment lawyer. Why You Need an Employment Lawyer Employment-related matters such as [ Read More ]
New Jersey Employment Law Attorneys New Jersey employment law protects individuals who have been wrongfully terminated, harassed, or have experienced an infraction of one of their other New Jersey employment rights. At the Law Office of Stephan T. Mashel, our NJ employment lawyers are passionate about protecting workers and enforcing employee rights throughout New Jersey. We fight to stop unlawful treatment on the job and aggressively pursue claims against employers in order to recover the damages and losses our clients have suffered. The law firm of Stephan T. Mashel, located in Marlboro, New Jersey, is dedicated exclusively to protecting the [ Read More ]
Posted on May 22, 2012 by Frank Steinberg Defamation — that’s libel and slander for you non-lawyers — is sometimes an issue in employment law cases, as well as a stand-alone tort. This is an over-simplification, but in general defamation involves unfair damage to one’s reputation when someone lies about them in public. It can be very difficult for a plaintiff to prove that he has been damaged by a defamatory statement, and therein lies a problem. If damages cannot be proved, how does a plaintiff use the courts to vindicate his reputation? Most tort cases, after all, require proof [ Read More ]
