Well before the Covid pandemic began, former New Jersey Assemblywoman Maria Rodriguez-Gregg woke up in a hospital bed as a result of domestic abuse. That was not the first time her former partner subjected her to domestic abuse. Ms. Rodriguez-Gregg ultimately obtained...
Employment Law It’s What We Do By Chakeema Cruickshank, Staff Writer Sexual harassment in the workplace is common and it is unfortunately a very real problem that impacts many workers. More often than not, these issues go unreported, because of fear of retaliation and...
By Christian Moreira, Staff Writer The New Jersey Legislature is considering Assembly Bill A3715 (the “Bill”), which would significantly limit certain terms in restrictive covenants (also called “non-competes”) as well as limit the enforceability of restrictive...
By Chakeema Cruickshank, Staff Writer Mental illness affects millions of people in the United States. For instance, nearly 1 in 5 Americans suffer from anxiety and another 7% experience a major depressive episode each year. Despite how common mental illnesses are,...
By Chakeema Cruickshank, Staff Writer Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, many lives have been uprooted and forever changed. Almost all industries have been impacted by the pandemic, ranging from education, to healthcare, to transportation. With many jobs...
Women’s Rights Law and Contracts Law It’s What We Do By Marisa Kindberg, Staff Writer We approach the one year anniversary, July 1, 2021, when the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association) announced a long-anticipated rule change that would allow collegiate...
Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals What NJ Businesses Should Know By Chakeema Cruickshank, Staff Writer Dogs and other furry companions are loveable creatures that are capable of many things. They can provide companionship, joy, and become beloved family...
“I Care A Lot” – Not! By Chakeema Cruickshank, Staff Writer Elder abuse is a common issue across the United States and in New Jersey that needs to be addressed. This abuse can take many forms, whether financial, physical, or emotional. In a vast majority of cases, the...
By Marisa Kindberg, Staff Writer Last year, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed into law amendments to the Workers Compensation Act. These amendments require employers with 50 or more employees to provide a "hiring preference" to employees who have reached maximum...
Mental Health Days – It’s a Thing By Chakeema Cruickshank, Staff Writer Mental health awareness has been rising in importance in our society. In the U.S, approximately 44 million Americans are dealing with a serious mental health condition. That being said, around 60...
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