by Gordon Marzano | May 4, 2023 | Employment Law
The federal law, Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act (PUMP Act), recently went into effect and there are things businesses need to understand in order to be compliant. The law requires most employers to not only provide reasonable break time...
by Gordon Marzano | Apr 2, 2023 | Employment Law
Recently, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced it was increasing to $659 employer fines for not having displayed the necessary federal posters. Individual states will also assess fines for poster non-compliance and, should you have a business...
by Gordon Marzano | Mar 13, 2023 | Employment Law
As I continue to work with small and midsize companies in helping them mitigate risk, the understanding of who is considered exempt or non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act continues to be an issue. A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding the difference...
by Gordon Marzano | Feb 14, 2023 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law
Any business looking for ways to reduce liability and mitigate risk should first ensure they have a properly drafted and updated employee handbook. It is an efficient way to communicate to employees what is expected of them, while also helping to shield a business...
by Gordon Marzano | Jan 9, 2023 | Employing Minors, Employment Law
With businesses still struggling to find help and the summer creeping up, it is important to note some big changes to the laws here in New Jersey as they pertain to minors. Minors 16- and 17-years-old can work up to 50 hours a week — up to 10 hours each day — when...
by Gordon Marzano | Dec 27, 2022 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law
It’s easy to let human resources policies and practices go unchecked, but businesses who do audit their HR activities can make a big difference in mitigating risk and motivating their workforce. In addition to uncovering potential problems that pose a risk to the...
