Can I sue my past employer, a doctor, for slander and defamation of character in New Jersey

It is possible, but we would have to speak in person confidentially to know more. You also may have grounds to appeal any denial of unemployment...

Do I ignore attorney bills, or be proactive and file for fee arbitration? how do I do that in New Jersey and do I need a lawyer?

Don't ignore it. If you cannot work out a solution with your current attorney, you can seek fee arbitration with a local fee arbitration committee...

My employer lied to unemployment

Unfortunately, you can't physically prevent someone from lying, in the appeal hearing (Appeals Tribunal), you can present your side of the story...

Best to file a complaint with the police department. Also check the city noise ordinance. Most towns in Jersey limit ordinary noise from 7 or 8...

Injured at work by student. Do I have a case?

You need to contact the insurance company for your employer and tell them pain ask if you ca go back to this doctor or another doctor. You only...

New Jersey mandates a 3-day right of attorney review. This is to give you time to consult an attorney who can review the contract and assist you...

Recorded phone conversation

New Jersey does not prohibit a person involved in a conversation from recording that conversation. However, since you used the word "grievance," I...

Slip and Fall "off teh clock" on employers property

The answer might depend on whether the parking lot is provided by the employer that you were required to park in. If that is the case, even if you...

If my employer accuses both myself and another same sex employee as having a gay relationship because we go to lunch together is

If the employer stated this to other employees, there might be a question of slander. However, what once was considered a stigma to be considered...

Security Deposit

Assuming you are talking about residential property and not commercial property, yes, 1.5 times monthly rent is the maximum security deposit...