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What is a Demand Letter in an Employment Discrimination Case?

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

Employees deserve fair treatment in the workplace. A worker may be protected against discriminatory practices under federal law and/or state law. As explained by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), discrimination is unfair treatment on the basis of a legally protected characteristic, such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation. Navigating an employment discrimination… Read More »

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Can I Bring a Sexual Harassment Claim Over a “Joke” in the Workplace?

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

Federal law (Title VII of the Civil Rights Act) and state law (New Jersey Law Against Discrimination) protect workers against sexual harassment on the job. There are myths and misconceptions about what exactly counts as workplace sexual harassment. You may want to know: Can a “joke” justify a workplace sexual harassment claim in New… Read More »

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Severance

Four Tips for Negotiating a Severance Agreement With an Employer in New Jersey

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

Leaving a job is complicated. Whether you made the decision to leave, you were forced out by an employer, or a combination of both, a transition can be challenging. A severance package can help—but only if you have an agreement that effectively protects your interests. Here, our Monmouth County severance agreement attorneys highlight four… Read More »

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Cadillac Air Conditioning Defects

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

Numerous owners have reported problems with their Cadillac air conditioning systems, with defects ranging from lack of cool air to complete system failure. Common complaints include inadequate cooling, strange noises, and even leaks in the AC system. These problems tend to occur across a variety of Cadillac models, indicating a potentially broader manufacturing or… Read More »

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Federal Investigation: More Than $110,000 Recovered On Behalf Of Misclassified Hotel Workers In New York City

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

On February 22nd, 2023, the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor (DOL) officially confirmed the recovery of $113,613 back pay and liquidated damages on behalf of at least 71 hotel workers in New York City. The employer—Greenparc Hospitality NY LLC—is a hotel staffing agency that works with hotel properties throughout the… Read More »

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What Makes Commercial Vehicle Accident Claims Different?

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

Automobile accidents are reported on a daily basis in our region. The New Jersey Department of Transportation reports that there are approximately 270,000 motor vehicle collisions reported in our state each year—with around 18,000 occurring in Monmouth County alone. A significant share of multi-vehicle crashes involve commercial vehicles. For a number of different reasons,… Read More »

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How Do You Prove That A Driver Was Distracted After A Crash In New Jersey?

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

Distracted driving is a serious—and growing—problem on our roads. According to data cited by the Insurance Information Institute (III), more than 3,000 people are killed and many thousands more are injured in distracted driving crashes each year. However, safety researchers believe the official numbers are an undercount. Distracted driving is systematically underreported. You may… Read More »

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Three Juveniles Hospitalized After Car Accident In Monmouth County

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

According to a report from The Journal Publications, three young people were hospitalized after a motor vehicle accident in Monmouth County. Emergency first responders immediately responded to the scene. The crash reportedly occurred on Tiberon Drive in Holmdel. No additional details were available about the cause of the collision. It is still under investigation… Read More »

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San Mateo County Board Of Education Sues Several Social Media Companies Addicting Students

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

According to a report from ABP Live, Meta—the parent company of Facebook and Instagram—is facing another lawsuit from a school district. The San Mateo County Board of Education has filed a complaint against the social media giant alleging harm to children and teenagers because of social media addiction. The lawsuit is part of a… Read More »

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What Is A Hostile Work Environment For Sexual Harassment Claims?

By Poulos LoPiccolo |

No employee in New Jersey should be subject to sexual harassment in the workplace. Unfortunately it remains a significant problem. There are different categories of sexual harassment. The first is called quid pro quo sexual harassment. The second is called hostile work environment sexual harassment. Claims based on a hostile work environment can be… Read More »

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