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This past week, the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination expanded to provide employment protections for those over the age of 70. The amendment signed by Governor Phil Murphy on October 5th is geared towards both current workers and job applicants. Though the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) has a well-deserved reputation for offering some…

When the principal of the St. Theresa School in Kenilworth, New Jersey fired Victoria Crisitello seven years ago, she told the elementary school art teacher she was being let go because she was “unmarried and pregnant.” Since that time, Crisitello has been to court several times over what she claims was a discriminatory firing. Following…

Marijuana use was illegal in the United States for years, but attitudes all over the country have changed, and as of February 22nd of 2021, possession of up to 6 ounces of marijuana became legal in the state of New Jersey. But even before that broader law was passed, New Jersey became the 14th state…

The availability and effectiveness of the COVID-19 vaccines, combined with the deadliness of the disease itself, have led many organizations to mandate the protective measure for employees. Our firm does not oppose the COVID-19 vaccine. We support measures to get everyone vaccinated, but employers must recognize and accommodate individuals who have a  sincerely-held religious belief…