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What Will Happen if Anonymous Sperm Donation Isn’t So Anonymous?
Should children whose biological fathers were sperm donors be legally entitled to know their identities? That’s an issue being confronted in some state legislatures. It brings up many potential relationship medical, and legal issues. Genetics Matter to a Point It’s well established that the genetic code handed down from your ancestors largely controls your physical…
Read MoreEssential Employment Law Principles for Workers in Transition: What do You Need to Know for 2024?
PGS Mercer Presentation March 8, 2024 See the Presentation HERE →
Read MoreAre You an Employee or Not? New Federal Rule on Employee Classification Goes into Effect March 11
New standards by the federal Department of Labor (DOL) will determine whether you’re an employee or an independent contractor under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This could decide whether or not you should be paid at least the minimum wage and overtime. New Jersey has its own employee-friendly rule for this issue. This…
Read MoreEnding an Abusive Marriage When You’re Older
As Americans age, divorce among older spouses has become common. Often, the separations are amicable. Yet sometimes abusive spouses poison their relationships and their partners end the marriage because they have had enough. Age and relationship abuse cause unique challenges. Is Your Spouse Abusive? Abuse takes many forms, and you may be subjected to more…
Read MoreFederal Rule Makes It Easier for Workers to Claim Employers Violated Their Labor Rights
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) enforces federal labor law. It adopted a new standard for deciding if an employer’s policy violates workers’ rights under the National Labor Relations Act’s (NLRA) Section 7, potentially making it easier for employees to improve their pay and working conditions. What is the National Labor Relations Act? Congress passed…
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