The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) and the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) have long provided protections for those with disabilities in the workplace. Although both laws prohibit disability and perceived disability discrimination, the LAD definition of “disability” is significantly broader than the ADA definition. As such, it is of utmost importance for […]

A lot has been said about the potential for regulation of artificial intelligence and its implications for the future of technology and business. The discussion has become even more important given the recent news that U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., is hosting a series of closed-door listening sessions starting Sept. 13 to address […]

The office has been the cornerstone of the modern workplace for decades, but its role has been changing rapidly in recent years. With the emergence of remote working, the traditional office space has been reimagined to accommodate a hybrid of both office and remote working. It’s no longer a one-size-fits-all solution, as businesses are now […]

Proposals Would Relax Hiring Restrictions for Banks, Credit Unions The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) recently released proposed rules to give banks and credit unions more flexibility to hire people who have committed relatively minor crimes. This is a welcome change for credit unions and banks looking to […]

Ending Temporary Work Assignment Not Considered Discharge In the ever-evolving world of labor law, one of the most frequent legal questions that arises is whether an employee who finishes a temporary assignment is considered to have been discharged or not. Recently, a California appeals court ruled that when an employee of a staffing agency was […]