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Red Flags: Signs Your Termination Might Be Unlawful

As many as 150,000 employees are wrongfully terminated yearly. Unfortunately, data in this area can be difficult to collect, as employers will almost always try to cover their tracks when firing an employee for illegal reasons. They will likely try to obscure the true reason for terminating an employee by saying they performed poorly at work, were frequently late, or for other seemingly legitimate reasons. As an employee who was wrongfully terminated, it’s up to you to be aware of…

Documenting Your Injuries: The Importance of Medical Records in Claims

In any personal injury lawsuit, having evidence will be crucial to proving your case. As the plaintiff, you must establish four elements: The defendant owed you a duty of care. The defendant breached that duty of care. That breach was what caused your injuries. You incurred damages related to those injuries. Your medical records will be the main evidence you use to prove elements 3 and 4. Medical records are the perfect way to establish a timeline of your injuries…

Understanding Medical Malpractice: What Constitutes Negligence?

If you are experiencing injury or illness after being treated by a doctor or receiving care from another medical professional, it could be a case of medical malpractice. In a medical malpractice case, you may be entitled to pursue economic damages to cover your expenses and lost wages, non-economic damages to compensate you for the pain and suffering you have experienced, and punitive damages to punish the negligent medical professional who harmed you. To receive compensation, you must first prove:…

Unpaid Overtime: Understanding Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

After decades of lobbying and strikes by various labor unions and organizations, Congress passed the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) in 1938 as part of the New Deal, a sweeping piece of legislation aimed at reforming the financial industry and pulling the U.S. out of the Great Depression. Among other labor standards, the FLSA established a 44-hour work week, which was amended to 40 hours two years later. Under the FLSA, employers were required to pay overtime at a rate…

Governmental Speech Doctrine

A Social Media Strategy For Protecting Ourselves From Ourselves. As we municipal government junkies await decisions from the New Jersey Legislature on whether the Open Public Records Act will be amended, and if so how, the deadline for blog articles marches on. So, let’s use our time together to discuss another issue that many municipalities wrestle with – the Township Facebook Page. Social media has allowed governmental officials to communicate efficiently and economically with their residents. No more printing and…

Affordable Housing

Municipalities must understand the recent affordable housing legislation and prepare now for “Fourth Round” compliance. Governor Murphy recently signed into law P.L. 2024, c. 2, which according to the Governor’s press release, “…establishes a new, streamlined framework for determining and enforcing municipalities’ affordable housing obligations under the New Jersey Supreme Court’s Mount Laurel Doctrine and the State’s Fair Housing Act.” However, the more things change, the more they stay the same. Let me explain. Importantly, the Fair Housing Act now…

DOJ Settles with Nassar’s Victims

May an applicant demand that seven members of a planning board act on a use variance?

Workplace Harassment: Recognizing, Reporting, and Legal Steps

Workplace harassment is a serious issue that affects numerous employees and workplaces across the globe. At Malamut Law, we believe in recognizing, reporting, and taking legal steps against such misconduct. Understanding what constitutes harassment, knowing your rights, and seeking legal assistance are key steps in addressing this pervasive problem. Our firm is dedicated to helping victims of workplace harassment navigate the complexities of legal recourse. If you feel like you have been a victim of workplace harassment, learn more below.…

Types of Personal Injury Cases: From Slips and Falls to Car Accidents

In legal terms, personal injury refers to injuries inflicted on a person’s body rather than to their property or their reputation. In practice, personal injury law encompasses a wide range of cases and situations. The attorneys practicing personal injury law must be well-versed in various topics if they hope to effectively represent their clients. At Malamut Law, we have been practicing personal injury law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania for more than 20 years. Here are the most common types…

Time Limits for Filing Wrongful Death Claims: Statute of Limitations Explained

When you lose a loved one, it can feel like your entire world has come crashing down. Not only do you have to find a way to go on without that person in your life, but you also have to consider how you will cover their medical bills and funeral expenses. If another person’s actions or negligence caused their death, you may also want to ensure they are held accountable. By filing a wrongful death lawsuit, you can seek monetary…

Red Flags: Signs Your Termination Might Be Unlawful

Documenting Your Injuries: The Importance of Medical Records in Claims

Understanding Medical Malpractice: What Constitutes Negligence?

Unpaid Overtime: Understanding Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Governmental Speech Doctrine

Affordable Housing

DOJ Settles with Nassar’s Victims

Workplace Harassment: Recognizing, Reporting, and Legal Steps

Types of Personal Injury Cases: From Slips and Falls to Car Accidents

Time Limits for Filing Wrongful Death Claims: Statute of Limitations Explained

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