On October 7, the Assembly introduced A Concurrent Resolution (ACR147) proposing to amend New Jersey’s Constitution to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 per hour to $8.50 per hour, beginning January 1, 2012. The resolution also would provide for annual increases in the minimum wage rate when needed to keep pace with increases in the consumer price index.
Unfortunately, it may be too late for some employers that have already begun their summer internship programs, but for-profit, private sector employers should be aware that they face a steep barrier when trying to establish lawful, unpaid internships. Although not-for-profit organizations have relaxed requirements when accepting the unpaid services of…..
In response to the thwarted terror plot to send concealed explosives in parcels mailed to Chicago-area synagogues, the U.S. government has enacted emergency protocols and is revisiting security measures required for international flights bound for the United States. While not a direct legal issue, employers that transfer personnel from foreign operations or hire persons from
As 2013 comes to an end, we have been considering a number of workplace issues that employers might face at the end of the year and the beginning of the holiday season. In parts one, two, three, four, five, and six of this blog series, we covered: employers’ chief concerns when…..
