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New Jersey Wage Theft Act: Guidance as Employers Get Back to Business

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8.21.20

In their article for the New Jersey Law Journal, Kathleen Caminiti and Sarah Wieselthier explain why employers should carefully consider their wage and hour practices when implementing reopening plans in light of the state’s Wage Theft Act. The article outlines the Act’s key provisions, including enhanced damages and the statute of limitations, as well as compensation considerations employers should keep top of mind amid the COVID-19 pandemic to avoid costly litigation and potentially criminal penalties.

To read the full article, visit the New Jersey Law Journal (subscription required).

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  1. Kathleen McLeod Caminiti
    Partner and Co-Chair, Wage and Hour Practice Group

    908.516.1062

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  2. Sarah Wieselthier
    Partner

    908.516.1064

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