by Gordon Marzano | Sep 2, 2021 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law
A U.S. appeals court recently ruled in a case involving Federal Express Corp that workers who take military leave must be paid for that time if their employers offer other forms of paid leave. The class action was brought by FedEx employee and Navy reservist Gerard...
by Gordon Marzano | Jul 29, 2021 | Employee Engagement, Employee Handbook
Does your business have an employee handbook? If you have five or more employees, you really should. An employee handbook can be a valuable communication resource for both the employer and the employee. I have written about the importance of employee handbooks in the...
by Gordon Marzano | Jul 13, 2021 | Independent Contractors
Last week, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed into law four bills to further strengthen the state’s efforts to stop misclassification. All New Jersey businesses who utilize temporary and/or independent contractors should be very concerned and take note of Murphy’s...
by Gordon Marzano | Jun 20, 2021 | Employment Law
These are all the posters that New Jersey businesses are required to exhibit in an area frequented by all employees. Finding a company that can provide you with all the necessary federal and New Jersey employment law posters is easy. Ensuring that you understand all...
by Gordon Marzano | Jun 15, 2021 | Employing Minors, Employment Law
With the summer around the corner, many businesses will be looking to hire minors to fill jobs during their busy season. For parents and employers alike, it is important to know the rules regarding the hiring of minors and the limitations on the work they can...
by Gordon Marzano | May 17, 2021 | Employment Law
Last week’s guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding mask wearing has caused a lot of confusion for businesses as they decide what rules they should now implement. There are a number of questions being pondered by businesses....
by Gordon Marzano | Apr 5, 2021 | Employee Engagement
As we all know, many businesses did not make it through the pandemic and many others are still struggling. For those companies that have weathered the storm, now may be a good time to show your employees how much you appreciate the work they have done over the past...
by Gordon Marzano | Mar 2, 2021 | COVID-19
Many businesses here in New Jersey are considering implementing a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Although a business can mandate the vaccine, there are some things that need to be considered. Using a Third Party to Administer the Vaccine If your company...
by Gordon Marzano | Jan 27, 2021 | Employee Handbook, Independent Contractors
With a new year comes compliance issues I believe New Jersey businesses may find useful to know. The following is not all-inclusive, but are some of the issues businesses should keep top of mind. Legal Posters There was a flurry of both NJ state and federal employment...
by Gordon Marzano | Dec 17, 2020 | Independent Contractors
For 2021, NJ businesses need to ensure they don’t misclassify independent contractors. The year of 2020 has clearly been a challenge for all of us. For those of you in a business which has not suffered from the pandemic, you are blessed. Unfortunately, there are...
