You're moving through your day, doing your job as scheduled, and all of a sudden you receive a strange text or email from a supervisor or coworker. You're taken aback, as it's sexually suggestive and you don't know exactly how to react.If you find yourself in this...
Month: February 2020
Steps to take after learning about your termination
It doesn't matter if you saw the writing on the wall or your termination caught you off guard, you should understand that you have legal rights as an employee. After you have been fired, you need to protect those rights, as you may learn that you could be owed some...
What to do if your employer changes your pay rate
When you sign an employment contract, you expect your employer to live up to the terms and conditions for the duration of your employment.However, many things can go wrong during your time together, such as your employer attempting to change your pay rate.While a...
Evidence pointing toward wrongful termination
If you're told you're losing your job, it's important to better understand the circumstances surrounding your termination. Neglecting to do so can result in a situation in which your legal rights are violated.It doesn't matter if you saw your termination coming or you...
You have the right to know why you were terminated
There could come a point in your career when you receive the dreaded termination letter, phone call or email from your employer. It doesn't matter if you were expecting it or not, it stings just the same.As an employee, you have the right to know why you are losing...
Kevin Costello Acknowledged In The Field Of Employment Law
Firm founder, Kevin M. Costello, has been recognized by Best Lawyers® in 2020 for his work in employment law. Bestlawyers.com recognizes attorneys based on a peer review survey process that has been in place for decades. It is an honor to be recognized. Kevin is proud...
What to do if you’re denied breaks at work
While employers in New Jersey are not required by law to provide rest or meal breaks, most understand the importance of doing so. Not only does it keep company morale high, but it also gives workers the opportunity to rest their mind and body.If you're denied breaks...
Movie describes blatant sexual harassment at FOX
The movie Bombshell is a perfect example of blatant sexual harassment and the hostile and very toxic work environment that was present at FOX News under former chief executive Roger Ailes.Ailes used to ask female talent on interviews to twirl or spin for him, so he...
New Jersey may get the first government harassment reporting plan
Does the New Jersey government have a problem with sexual harassment? Some lawmakers in Trenton think that a "toxic culture of abuse" requires some proactive measures to get legislators on the same page before they take office.A state senator from Monmouth County is...
Waiting tables? Harassment isn’t part of your job
When you're working as a waitress, you know that there are going to be times when people say things they shouldn't. You know that someone might slide you their phone number or be rude to you just because you're female.What you didn't think you'd need to expect was...