Castronovo & McKinney, LLC represents employees in Mullica Township, NJ who have experienced employer discrimination related to family leave. Our attorneys enforce workers’ rights under the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA) and hold employers accountable for violations.
Protecting Your Rights Under the NJFLA
The NJFLA allows eligible employees up to 12 weeks of family leave within a 24-month period. To qualify, an employee must work for an employer with at least 50 employees within a 75-mile radius. Leave can be taken to:
- Bond with a newborn, adopted, or foster child.
- Care for a seriously ill family member.
- Assist a family member during a public health emergency.
During leave, employers must maintain health insurance coverage, and employees are entitled to return to the same or an equivalent position. Eligibility requires at least 12 months of employment and 1,250 hours worked in the previous year. Employees must provide notice—30 days for childbirth or adoption and 15 days for caregiving—though emergencies may shorten these requirements. Retaliation or denial of leave is strictly prohibited.
Common Employer Violations
Employers frequently violate the NJFLA by:
- Denying or prematurely ending eligible leave.
- Retaliating against employees after returning to work.
- Penalizing employees in performance evaluations for taking leave.
- Misapplying NJFLA and FMLA protections as if they are interchangeable.
How Castronovo & McKinney, LLC Can Assist
If your NJFLA rights have been denied or you’ve faced retaliation, Castronovo & McKinney, LLC can help you pursue compensation for:
- Lost wages and benefits.
- Emotional distress.
- Punitive damages in certain cases, with the employer liable for legal fees and court costs.
Employees in Mullica Township, NJ confronting family leave disputes can contact Castronovo & McKinney, LLC for experienced legal guidance. We ensure you receive the protections and leave guaranteed under New Jersey law.