New Jersey Legislature Tells Employers: No Transparency? No Doing Business Here!

New Jersey is the latest state to advance pay transparency requirements. On September 26, 2024, the New Jersey state legislature passed Senate Bill 2310, which if signed and enacted by Governor Murphy (as is expected), would mandate that certain New Jersey employers disclose wage or salary ranges and general benefits information in each job posting/advertisement. The bill would also require that employers take “reasonable” steps to make opportunities for promotions known to current employees.
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By | Dec 21, 2024 ||

Unique Aspects Of Arbitration In Employment Law

One of the most distinctive aspects of employment arbitration has to do with the parties involved: employer and former employee. This relationship facially creates a power dynamic that at times could seem daunting for an employee, particularly when a dispute arises.

When starting a new position, many employers require, as a material condition of employment, that an employee agree to mandatory arbitration in the event of a dispute with that employer. As a general rule, […]

By | Dec 19, 2024 ||

Artificial Intelligence In Employment Update: Illinois Requires Notice And Prohibits Discriminatory Impact In Use Of AI

Effective January 1, 2026, H.B. 3773 amends Article 5, Section 2 of the Illinois Human Rights Act to explicitly prohibit employers from using artificial intelligence (“AI”) for a broad swath of employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, renewal of employment, selection for training or apprenticeship, discharge, discipline, tenure, or the terms, privileges, or conditions of employment, if such use has the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of a protected class. The amendment […]

By | Dec 17, 2024 ||