Family emergencies can demand your attention during a work year. When this happens, you could request a leave from your employer under the federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This program allows you to take time off work without pay for several reasons provided in the act. Your family leave…
New Jersey employers are required to follow the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). This is a federal provision that allows eligible employees to receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for certain reasons. While the employee is on leave, their position remains unthreatened. The state also allows employees…
The job search process can be taxing. Once you receive a fair offer, you might be tempted to sign the contract and get right to work. While this might seem a good idea at the time, it could trap you in unsatisfactory working conditions or with lost compensation. You could…
If you have been a victim of harassment from your employers after your medical leave, you may need an experienced attorney to represent you aggressively to protect your rights. At our Law Offices of Usmaan Sleemi, you can find an experienced employment attorney Newark NJ who will work closely with…
New Jersey Governor, Phil Murphy signed a new law on March 20, 2020. The new Act, which was made effective immediately, comes in response to concerns over Covid-19 and unsafe working conditions. It is aimed at protecting the employment rights of workers who are or might be infected with the…
Employers are required to maintain a safe environment for their employees. However, the current prevailing conditions have raised many concerns about Covid-19 and Unsafe Working Conditions. Should employers prevent harm to employees from Covid-19? What is considered an unsafe environment? Can employees refuse to work because of hazardous conditions? Generally,…
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