New Jersey Wage and Hour Law Update 2024

Category: On Demand

Member Price: $236

Non-Member Price: $295

Product Code: ON111624

Areas of Law: Labor & Employment

CLE Credits
NJ CLE:NJ CLE information: This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 3.3 hours of total CLE credit (Full Credits Available: NJ General: 3.3).
NY CLE (t&nt):NY Professional Practice Non-Transitional: 3.0
PA CLE:PA Substantive Credit: 2.5
New: No PACLE fee is required for this program. To earn PA CLE credits, a valid PA Bar ID number must be entered into the CLE form provided after attending the program.
Faculty

Keynote

Moderator

Kathleen McLeod Caminiti, Esq.
Fisher & Phillips LLP, Berkeley Heights

Presenters

Nicole Espin, Esq.
Fisher & Phillips LLP, Murray Hill
August W. Heckman, III, Esq.
Morgan Lewis & Bockius, Princeton
Sean P. Lynch, Esq.
Morgan Lewis, Princeton
Richard G. Rosenblatt, Esq.
Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP, Princeton
Ravi Sattiraju, Esq.
Sattiraju & Tharney, LLP, East Windsor

Presented in cooperation with the NJSBA Labor and Employment Law Section

Join us for the latest insights at the annual New Jersey Wage and Hour Laws Update. New Jersey stands at the forefront with its extensive wage and hour laws, offering a robust framework that safeguards employees' rights. 

These laws encompass a wide array of protections, including qualifications and exemptions for overtime to commission structures, methods of wage disbursement, and meticulous recording requirements. New Jersey also maintains rigorous guidelines for the classification of independent contractors, ensuring fair treatment and compliance with labor regulations. 

In the event of successful litigation, plaintiffs are entitled to attorneys' fees, while non-compliance carries significant penalties and fines. Our distinguished panel of experts is poised to provide an in-depth exploration of New Jersey's intricate wage and hour laws, guiding you through the complexities with clarity and expertise.

Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed and empowered in navigating the evolving landscape of labor regulations.

Program Agenda:

  • 9:00 | Overview
  • 9:05 | Wage and Hour Law: Federal and New Jersey Law - Kathleen McLeod Caminiti, Esq.; Nicole Espin, Esq.; Ravi Sattiraju, Esq.
    - FLSA and NJ age Theft Act
    - SOL & Retroactivity
    - Damages Issues
  • 10:00 | Litigating the Class and Collective Action: Overview and Recent Developments - Richard G. Rosenblatt, Esq.; Ravi Sattiraju, Esq.
  • 11:00 | Break
  • 11:10 | Wage and Hour – Noteworthy Decisions, Recent Laws & Hot Spots - August W. Heckman III, Esq.; Richard G. Rosenblatt, Esq., Kathleen McLeod Caminiti, Esq.; Nicole Espin, Esq.; Ravi Sattiraju, Esq.
    - Compensation for All Hours Worked, including Time for Screening - August W. Heckman III, Esq.; Sean P. Lynch, Esq.; Richard G. Rosenblatt, Esq.
    - DOL Audits and Enforcement Actions Independent Contractors - Kathleen McLeod Caminiti, Esq.; Sean P. Lynch, Esq.
    - Regular Rate/Overtime Calculation Issues - Ravi Sattiraju, Esq.
    - Effective Date of Enhanced Damages Under Wage Theft Act - Ravi Sattiraju, Esq.
    - And more!
  • 12:00 | Adjourn