Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Wage Theft Is A Far Larger Problem Than Many People Realize
Employees work hard for their money. You deserve to be paid fairly (and in full) for the hours that you put in. After all, no business or organization can succeed without the contributions from its employees. Unfortunately, too many companies effectively steal wages from their workers. The problem of wage theft is far larger… Read More »
How To Prepare For Divorce Mediation In New Jersey
Divorce is a reality of life for many in our region. Research cited by the American Psychological Association (APA) shows that around 45 percent of U.S. marriages end in divorce. A marital separation is hard. It can take an emotional toll on a person. That being said, a divorce does not have to become… Read More »
Speeding Truckers Cause Accident: What To Know About Your Rights
Large commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds in New Jersey. The immense size of tractor trailers make them an inherent safety hazard. Truckers and truck companies must always operate in the safest possible manner. A speeding truck driver is a negligent truck driver. They are putting other people at risk. Here, our… Read More »
California Parents Sue Meta After Teenage Daughter Tragically Took Her Own Life (Exposed To Video Of Faux-Hanging)
According to reporting from Yahoo News, California parents have filed a lawsuit against Meta. Tragically, their teenage daughter took her own life after watching a video that depicted a woman hanging herself. It is the latest lawsuit filed by parents against the social media giant. Here, our New York & New Jersey Meta lawsuit… Read More »
Disability Discrimination: Four Myths About Reasonable Accommodations
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that applies to all employers with 15 or more employees. The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) is a state law that also prohibits disability discrimination and applies to many smaller employers. Not only do the ADA and the LAD bar direct discrimination against… Read More »
Bicyclist Killed In Tragic Collision In Monmouth County, New Jersey
According to a press release from the Office of the Monmouth County Prosecutor, a bicyclist from Ocean Township, NJ was killed in a tragic motor vehicle collision. Li Wang, 62, was killed in a crash with a box truck after the truck made an unsafe left-hand turn. Here, our Monmouth County bicycle accident lawyer… Read More »
What To Know About Prevailing Wage Laws In New Jersey
Employees work hard for their pay. In New Jersey, employees are guaranteed to make at least the state-mandated minimum wage. Some people employed on certain public projects may actually be entitled to make even more than that as a guaranteed minimum. This is because our state has a prevailing wage law. In this article,… Read More »
Social Media Addiction Lawsuit: Multidistrict Litigation Order
It is no secret that young people spend a lot of time on social media. Unfortunately, there are very serious concerns about the health effects that social media has on teenagers. Recently, lawsuits have been filed against the big social media companies in a number of different states. These claims argue that social media… Read More »
When Will A Class Action Lawsuit Be Certified In New Jersey?
Do you have a claim against a large corporation? If other people have similar claims, a class action lawsuit may be the answer. Class action litigation can help individual plaintiffs level the playing field against large and powerful corporate defendants. That being said, you cannot simply walk into court and file a class action… Read More »
Can A New Jersey Employer Be Held Liable For Failure To Accommodate Your Disability?
The Americans Disabilities of Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) provide protections to disabled workers. An employer covered by the ADA or the LAD is prohibited from discriminating against an employee on the basis of an actual or perceived disability. The ADA and LAD also require employers to provide “reasonable… Read More »
