by Gordon Marzano | Sep 4, 2026 | Employment Law, Independent Contractors
Employers should be careful when classifying workers as independent contractors rather than employees. Worker misclassification is one of the more common—and costly—compliance mistakes a business can make, and with New Jersey’s updated ABC test rules taking effect...
by Gordon Marzano | May 15, 2026 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law, Independent Contractors
Wage and hour violations in New Jersey carry some of the toughest penalties in the country. Since the 2019 overhaul of state wage laws, employers face liquidated damages up to 200%, attorneys’ fees, six-year lookbacks, and potential criminal exposure for willful...
by Gordon Marzano | May 12, 2026 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law, Independent Contractors
After more than a year of delay and significant pushback from the business community, the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) has officially adopted its final regulations implementing the state’s ABC Test for worker classification. The message to New Jersey...
by Gordon Marzano | Jun 16, 2025 | Employee Handbook, Employment Law, Independent Contractors
With overlapping federal and state employment regulations, and instances where the two diverge entirely, understanding how these laws interrelate, or don’t, is crucial for protecting your business, your employees, and your bottom line. Federal and state employment...
by Gordon Marzano | Sep 23, 2024 | Employment Law, Independent Contractors
In recent years, the United States has witnessed a troubling rise in the misclassification of employees, which has significant implications for workers’ rights and corporate compliance. Employee misclassification occurs when employers incorrectly label employees...
by Gordon Marzano | Apr 17, 2024 | Employment Law, Independent Contractors
Wage and hour law compliance is a critical aspect of running a business. Unfortunately, many companies find themselves inadvertently violating these laws, often due to a lack of resources, understanding, or oversight. The implications of such violations can be severe,...
