by Gordon Marzano | Mar 7, 2026 | Employee Engagement, Employee Handbook, Employment Law
Although there is no legal requirement that employers maintain an employee handbook, it often is the most important employment-related document a business possesses. Whether creating one for the first time or updating an outdated version, employers should ensure their...
by Gordon Marzano | Feb 22, 2026 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law
Employers often face difficult decisions when an employee’s medical leave extends well beyond the anticipated return date. When an absence exceeds three or four months, businesses must balance operational needs with compliance obligations under the Family and Medical...
by Gordon Marzano | Jan 29, 2026 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law
Before leaving office, Governor Murphy signed into law sweeping changes to the New Jersey Family Leave Act which will now impact most businesses big and small. Many of these changes go into effect July 17, 2026, with an employee population effective date in the...
by Gordon Marzano | Dec 12, 2025 | Employee Engagement, Employee Handbook, Employment Law, Performance Management
As we look ahead to 2026, businesses must prepare for notable shifts in the employment law landscape. Evolving regulations, workplace dynamics, and employee expectations are driving transformational change. Understanding these developments will be critical for...
by Gordon Marzano | Nov 24, 2025 | Employee Engagement, Employee Handbook, Employment Law, Uncategorized
Running a small or midsize business is no easy feat. Between managing day-to-day operations, balancing budgets, and growing a company, businesses are tasked with ensuring compliance with employment laws and fostering a positive workplace culture. However, sensitive...
by Gordon Marzano | Nov 12, 2025 | Employee Engagement, Employee Handbook, Employment Law
Terminating an employee is one of the most sensitive decisions any business undertakes. If not handled properly, it can invite legal challenges that lead to costly disputes, reputational damage, and disruption to operations. To avoid wrongful termination claims,...
