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On May 7, 2024, the New Jersey Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Savage v. Neptune Twp., et al. The Supreme Court held that non-disparagement clauses drafted for the purpose or effect of concealing the details of discrimination, retaliation, or harassment are illegal in New Jersey and cannot be included in settlement agreements or employment contracts. The court ruled that such clauses violate New Jersey’s public policies, as … [Read more...] about New Jersey Supreme Court Limits Use of Non-Disparagement Clauses
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New Law: NJ Auto Dealers Must Delete Consumer’s Personal Data
In January 2024, Governor Murphy signed Bill A4723. This law requires New Jersey auto dealers to delete a consumer’s personal data from a vehicle in certain circumstances. The law, which became effective immediately, states: Whenever a motor vehicle dealer takes possession of a motor vehicle from a consumer for resale or lease, the motor vehicle dealer shall offer to delete the consumer’s personal information from the motor vehicle’s computer … [Read more...] about New Law: NJ Auto Dealers Must Delete Consumer’s Personal Data
Supreme Court Eases Path for Discriminatory Transfer Claims
On April 17, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an important decision in Muldrow v. City of St. Louis, Missouri. The Court ruled that under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employees who experience discriminatory job transfers don’t need to show that their harm was significant—only that there was some harm to their job conditions. The plaintiff, Jatonya Muldrow, was a sergeant in the St. Louis Police Department. She claimed her … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Eases Path for Discriminatory Transfer Claims
Federal Trade Commission Approves New Non-Compete Clause Rule
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted 3-2 to approve the Non-Compete Clause Rule in its final form. The rule, first proposed in January 2023, was passed pursuant to President Biden’s 2021 “Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Economy,” effectively prohibits the use of almost all non-compete clauses across the country. The rule will supersede any state rules or regulations to the contrary. According to … [Read more...] about Federal Trade Commission Approves New Non-Compete Clause Rule
New Jersey Workplace Injury Attorneys
In 1970, Congress passed the Occupational Health and Safety Act (29 USC Sec. 651 (1970)), creating the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). OSHA ensures safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards in workplaces in various industries. OSHA provides training outreach, education, and assistance to businesses regulated by the Act. Our New Jersey workplace injury attorneys can help workers who … [Read more...] about New Jersey Workplace Injury Attorneys
A Win for Retired Law Enforcement Officers in New Jersey
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals recently handed down an important decision for retired law enforcement officers in New Jersey and their right to carry firearms. Background In May 2020, the Federal Law Enforcement Association, the New Jersey Fraternal Order of Police, and three individual retired New Jersey law enforcement officers sued the New Jersey Attorney General and Superintendent of the State Police in New Jersey Federal Court. The … [Read more...] about A Win for Retired Law Enforcement Officers in New Jersey