Experienced Warren Employment Law Lawyer
Charles Z. Schalk is a Top Warren County Employment Attorney
Charles Z. Schalk is a Warren County employment attorney who provides top-tier, solutions-forward guidance and support to clients. Employment law is complicated. You need an attorney who can do the right thing the right way in your case. Do you have specific questions about your workplace rights? We are here to help. Contact our Warren County employment lawyer today for a fully confidential, no obligation initial consultation.
We Handle All Types of Employment Law Matters in Warren County, New Jersey
We are a full-service law firm that provides personalized advocacy in employment law cases in Warren County. No matter the situation that you find yourself in, our team is prepared to help you determine the best course of action. Along with other employment law matters, our Warren County employment attorney has experience with:
- Sexual Harassment: Sexual harassment is a form of sex-based discrimination. Employees have the right to work in an environment free from sexual harassment, including things like unwelcome advances, offensive remarks, and an overall hostile atmosphere. Our Warren County employment lawyer handles the full range of sexual harassment cases.
- Workplace Discrimination: Employers cannot treat employees unfairly based on protected characteristics like race, gender, age, disability, religion, and national origin. Discriminatory practices—unequal pay to failure to promote—can and should be challenged. For help with a discrimination claim, please contact our Warren County employment lawyer today.
- Whistleblower Protection: Employees who report illegal or unethical conduct by their employer are protected from retaliation under a wide range of federal laws and New Jersey state laws. If an employer takes adverse action against a whistleblower, the employee may have grounds for legal recourse. Our Warren County employment lawyer can help.
- Wrongful Discharge: An employer cannot terminate an employee for reasons that violate the law, such as discrimination, retaliation, or breach of contract. If you were the victim of wrongful termination in Warren County, please contact our employment lawyer today. We are committed to fighting for justice for employees who were illegally fired/laid off.
- Wage and Hour Claims: Wage and hour laws help to ensure that workers get access to fair pay. Common violations include the failure to pay a minimum wage, unpaid overtime, and the misclassification of an employee as an independent contractor.
- Reasonable Accommodation: Employees with disabilities or medical conditions have the right to reasonable workplace accommodations to perform their job duties. Employers must engage in an interactive process to help find a proper accommodation. We have experience helping workers request accommodations under the ADA and New Jersey’s LAD.
- Failure to Hire/Promote: The failure to hire or failure to promote could be an employment law violation if it is does for discriminatory reasons or retaliatory reasons. Our Warren County employment lawyer helps affected workers fight for justice and compensation.
- Contract Negotiations: Are you an executive or other employee who is entering contract negotiations with a future, current, or former employer? Our Warren County employment attorney can help you work towards the most favorable agreement.
- Unlawful Retaliation: Employers cannot punish employees for asserting their legal rights. For example, you cannot lawfully be punished by an employer simply because you reported discrimination, requested a reasonable accommodation, or filed an unpaid wage claim.
- Employee Benefits: Employees may be entitled to benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. If you have any specific questions or concerns about workplace benefits, our Warren County employment lawyer is here to help.
- ERISA Claims: The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) sets standards for employer-sponsored retirement and health plans to protect employees. Our Warren County employment lawyer helps workers with the full range of ERISA claims.
Why Employees Trust Warren County Employment Lawyer Charles Z. Schalk
Charles Z. Schalk is a trial attorney with extensive experience handling employment law matters in New Jersey. A member of the National Employment Lawyers Association, New Jersey, Attorney Schalk is prepared to invest time and resources into your case. Our client testimonials and our case results demonstrate what we can do for employees in Warren County.
Employment Law in Warren County: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Do I Need a Warren County Employment Law Attorney?
If you are dealing with any type of employment law matter—whether it is a contract negotiation, a wage and hour issue or workplace discrimination—an experienced attorney can help. You should look for a Warren County employment lawyer with knowledge, experience, and commitment to personalized attention.
What is At-Will Employment?
New Jersey is an at-will employment state. Under the law, the employer-employee relationship is presumed to be fully voluntary. Unless there is an employment agreement stating otherwise, an employee can be terminated at any time and for any reason, except for illegal reasons. Some common illegal reasons include discrimination and retaliation.
What is the Role of the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) in Discrimination Cases?
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) enforces the state’s anti-discrimination laws, ensuring that employees are protected from workplace discrimination based on race, gender, disability, and other protected characteristics. It investigates complaints, facilitates mediation, and, when necessary, takes legal action to hold employers accountable for violations. A Warren County employment lawyer can help you bring a complaint with the DCR when appropriate.
How Long Do Employment Law Cases Typically Take in New Jersey?
It depends. The length of an employment law case in New Jersey varies based on factors like the complexity of the claims, the evidence involved, and whether the matter can be resolved through a settlement or requires litigation.
Contact Our Warren County Employment Lawyer Today
Charles Z. Schalk is a Warren County employment attorney with the skills and experience that you can rely on. If you have questions about a workplace issue, we are here to help. Call us now at (908) 526-0707 or contact us online for a fully confidential consultation. We handle employment law matters throughout Warren County, including in Phillipsburg, Hackettstown. Washington, Mansfield Township, Lopatcong, Independence Township, Greenwich Township, and White.
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