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New York Employer Pays $125,000 to Resolve Pregnancy Discrimination Case
On June 12th, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) confirmed that a New York employer will pay $125,000 to resolve a pregnancy discrimination claim. JAG Physical Therapy faced allegations of retaliating against a pregnant worker who sought reasonable accommodation to facilitate and recover from childbirth. Here, our New York pregnancy discrimination attorney provides… Read More »
New Jersey Law Would Charge Employers for Workers on Medicaid
According to a report from CBS News, a new New Jersey state law will charge employers a fee if their employees use the state’s Medicaid program. Employers with 50 or more employees are covered by the new law. They will face additional fees if they have employees that use Medicaid. Several other states are… Read More »
Employee Rights: Severance Agreement Mistakes to Avoid in New Jersey
A severance agreement is a contract between an employer and (former) employee. Typically, severance agreements will include some form of benefit to the worker in exchange for signing a release of potential claims against the business or organization. Are you reviewing your options for severance? Too many employees make mistakes that undermine their best… Read More »
What Does it Mean to Fund a Business Succession Plan?
For business owners in New Jersey, a proactive and comprehensive succession plan is a must. The reality is that something unexpected could happen. A business succession plan helps to ensure that the company can smoothly transition. Notably, a business succession plan should be properly funded. Within this article, our New Jersey business succession plan… Read More »
Minimum Wage Violation: Steps to Take for Employees in New Jersey
In New Jersey, an employer is required by law to pay employees a minimum hourly wage. Our state’s mandatory minimum wage is significantly higher than the federal minimum wage of $7.25 per hour. As of January of 2026, New Jersey’s minimum wage is $15.92 per hour (Department of Labor Workforce and Development). Were you… Read More »
What are the Required Elements of a Workplace Sexual Harassment Claim in New Jersey?
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) prohibits sexual harassment in the workplace. An employee who was sexually harassed was, by definition, subject to sex-based discrimination. This raises an important question: How do you bring a successful sexual harassment claim? The short answer is that there are certain requirement elements that you must establish…. Read More »
Estate Planning: What Happens to the Debts that are Left Behind?
Americans have more than $18 trillion in collective personal debt. As a best practice, any debt you hold should be considered as part of your estate plan. The right strategy can help to protect the financial interests of your heirs. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we provide solutions-focused representation. In this article, our New Jersey… Read More »
What are Other Ways to Pass Property in New Jersey Besides a Will?
A last will and testament is a foundational estate planning document. However, it is not the only way to pass down property or assets in New Jersey. In fact, there are other options that can be more advantageous in certain situations. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we are committed to helping people and families find… Read More »
What is the Law for Intestacy in New Jersey?
An estate plan helps to ensure that you keep control over your own property and assets. If you pass away without a will in New Jersey, you will be classified as “intestate.” That means that state law will determine who inherits what. You will effectively give up that authority. Here, our Monmouth County estate… Read More »
Is a Sexual Joke a Type of Harassment?
Under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), employees at employers of any size in the state are protected for sexual harassment in the workplace. Hostile work environment sexual harassment is conduct that is so severe or pervasive that it would interfere with an ordinary worker’s ability to do his or her job. A… Read More »
