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The New Jersey Supreme Court made two important rulings in Richter v. Oakland Board of Education, 246 N.J. 507 (2021). First, the Court decided that an employee doesn't need to prove an adverse employment action as part of a failure-to-accommodate claim under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD). This decision was based on previous case law, especially in retaliation claims, and was not surprising considering the NJLAD's broad … [Read more...] about The Intersection of Workers’ Comp and the Law Against Discrimination in New Jersey
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Understanding Your Rights: Unlawful Police Conduct in New Jersey
The US Constitution protects against oppressive actions by law enforcement and other government employees at all levels. While most interactions with law enforcement are routine and no more serious than a traffic citation, there are often cases of unlawful police conduct in New Jersey. This could mean people find themselves victims of unlawful arrest, unjust imprisonment, malicious prosecution, or illegal searches and/or confiscation of their … [Read more...] about Understanding Your Rights: Unlawful Police Conduct in New Jersey
New Jersey False Claims Act Attorneys: Combating Fraud and Protecting Taxpayers
In an effort to safeguard public funds and promote accountability, the State of New Jersey enacted the New Jersey False Claims Act (“NJFCA” or the “Act”). This legislation empowers whistleblowers to bring forth claims on behalf of the government when they suspect fraudulent activities. With a robust legal framework, the NJFCA serves as a crucial tool in the fight against fraud. In addition, the Act provides a means to uncover and prosecute … [Read more...] about New Jersey False Claims Act Attorneys: Combating Fraud and Protecting Taxpayers
Employment Attorney Settles Employment Discrimination Matter on Behalf of Victimized Former Employee
Kieran M. Dowling recently settled a lawsuit filed on behalf of a former employee of a hair salon. The suit alleged violations of New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination (LAD), sexual assault and battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress, invasion of privacy, and constructive discharge. The plaintiff alleged that the salon’s defendant co-owner had subjected her and other employees to persistent sexual harassment. The defendant … [Read more...] about Employment Attorney Settles Employment Discrimination Matter on Behalf of Victimized Former Employee
School Employee’s Law Against Discrimination Claim Settled for $397,500
Robert Woodruff and Kieran M. Dowling of Schiller, Pittenger & Galvin, P.C., recently settled an employment matter on behalf of a gay, white female, high school athletic director for the sum of $397,500.00. The plaintiff supervised approximately 136 employees. Her duties included the hiring of coaches. The complaint, which alleged violations of New Jersey’s Law Against Discrimination, alleged when a new principal (who was male and African … [Read more...] about School Employee’s Law Against Discrimination Claim Settled for $397,500
School District’s Business Administrator Settles Conscientious Employee Protection Act violation case for $125,000
Robert Woodruff and Kieran M. Dowling of Schiller, Pittenger & Galvin, P.C., settled an employment matter on behalf of the business administrator for a local school district for $125,000.00. The plaintiff was hired to stabilize the district’s budget and to lift the district out of its financial hole. These problems led to State oversight and auditing. Plaintiff attempted to halt the administration’s unlawful practices. However, the … [Read more...] about School District’s Business Administrator Settles Conscientious Employee Protection Act violation case for $125,000