Serving The New Jersey Citizens Of Oradell

Month: October 2024

Can remote work impact my workers’ compensation claim?

As remote work becomes increasingly common, employees wonder how this shift affects their workers' compensation rights. The short answer is yes, remote work can impact your workers' compensation claim. Let us explore how and what you need to know to protect yourself....

Is Harassment a Crime in New Jersey?

Harassment can occur any time an individual commits repeated offensive or threatening acts against another person. Under New Jersey state law harassment is a crime and can be penalized in a court of law. Whether it is in the workplace, at school, or on the street, harassment is never okay. If you were arrested for harassment in NJ it is imperative that you understand your rights and the potential outcomes of your case. Contact a Bergen County, New Jersey criminal defense lawyer to discuss the details of your situation and obtain skilled representation. What is Harassment? Every state has its own unique definition of harassment as a criminal offense. Under New Jersey law, harassment occurs when an individual does any of the following with the intention of harassing or alarming another person. Makes one or more anonymous communications, at extremely inconvenient hours, with offensive language, or any other manner that is likely to cause annoyance or alarm Strikes, kicks, shoves, or otherwise offensively touches or threatens to do so Engages in any other course of alarming conduct or repeatedly commits acts with the purpose of alarming or seriously annoying another person In New Jersey, there is also such a thing […]