Monthly Archives: April 2026
Small Business Raise Doubts About New Jersey Plan to Expand Paid Family Leave
New Jersey lawmakers are considering expanding the state’s paid family leave laws to cover more employers, including many small businesses. However, there are a number of small companies that are raising concerns. The New Jersey Business and Industry Association recently announced its opposition to the reform package. Here, our New Jersey employment attorney provides… Read More »
Does a Power of Attorney Take Effect as Soon as You Set it Up?
A power of attorney (POA) is an important estate planning document. You may be wondering: Does a power of attorney take effect as soon as you set it up? The short answer is “it depends.” There are multiple different types of POA in New Jersey. It could, but does not have to, take effect… Read More »
Walmart Will Pay $60,000 to Settle Disability Discrimination Claim in New York
In January of 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that a Walmart location in New York has agreed to settle a workplace disability discrimination claim. The employer will pay $60,000 in damages for revoking a disabled worker’s reasonable accommodation abruptly and without good cause. Here, our New York City disability discrimination lawyer… Read More »
New Jersey Expands Family Leave Act
On January 17th, 2026, soon-to-be-leaving New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed A3451/S2950 into law. The law officially expands New Jersey’s Family Leave Act. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we want to make sure that you know your rights and your responsibilities. Here, our New Jersey family leave attorney provides a more comprehensive overview of the… Read More »