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10/13/2026

Do you require employees to be 100% healed, with no medical restrictions, before allowing them to return to work from medical leave? A recent U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission lawsuit illustrates the potential risks of a “100% healed” policy.

Genova Burns LLC Partner & HR Law specialist ., raises the issues that employers are forgetting to consider in this week’s HR Tip.



https://www.genovaburns.com/news/hr-tip-of-the-week/2026-10-12-hr-tip-of-the-week-are-you-requiring-employees-to-be-100-healed-before-returning-to-work

10/12/2026

An offer for a young athlete can be exciting, but what’s behind the agreement?

In his NJBIZ article, Genova Burns LLC Of Counsel ., outlines what families should consider before signing, from vetting agents and understanding compensation to evaluating exclusivity and future obligations, all while keeping the athlete’s health and development front and center.

Read the full article: https://njbiz.com/nil-deals-youth-athletes-parent-guide/

NIL deals offer young athletes new opportunities, but parents should understand contract terms, agent fees, exclusivity and long-term risks.

10/09/2026

: The National Labor Relations Board’s General Counsel is asking the Board to reconsider Stericycle, the standard used to assess whether workplace conduct rules interfere with employees’ organizing rights. A change could affect how employers draft and enforce policies on professional conduct, workplace safety and harassment.

Genova Burns LLC Labor Law Partner Edward Bonett, Jr., Esq. examines the proposed shift and what it could mean for employers:https://www.genovaburns.com/news/labor-law/2026-09-28-nlrb-general-counsel-advocates-change-to-standard-for-review-of-employee-conduct-policies

10/08/2026

Genova Burns LLC is proud to support Project Literacy of Greater Bergen County, Inc. as they honor Audrey Murphy, EVP, Chief Legal Officer, Hackensack Meridian Health and New Jersey State Senator Holly Schepisi at their upcoming Gala which will take place October 21st at Edgewood Country Club. For further event details and to register, visit their website here: https://chipmunk-jellyfish-mh2z.squarespace.com/home

Project Literacy a non-profit organization dedicated to providing, supporting and promoting the expansion of adult literacy in Bergen County, NJ.

10/06/2026

Employers/HR - are you hiring seasonal temps for the holidays? Genova Burns LLC Partner & HR Law specialist ., raises the issues that you are forgetting to consider in this week’s HR Tip.



https://www.genovaburns.com/news/hr-tip-of-the-week/2026-10-05-hr-tip-of-the-week-temporary-employees-hired-through-placement-agencies-and-direct-hire-seasonal-employees

10/02/2026

Genova Burns LLC is proud to support Rutgers University School of Law - Newark Alumni Association's 2026 Annuall Recognition Gala as Bronze Sponsors - find out more here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rutgers-school-of-law-newark-alumni-association-gala-2026-tickets-1990272749370

10/01/2026

Does your New Jersey business use independent contractors? Understanding the State’s NEW October 1st ABC test regulations is essential to assessing worker classification and reducing compliance risks.

Join Genova Burns LLC Partner ., on Thursday, October 8, at 3 p.m. for a live NJ Ad Club webinar on New Jersey’s ABC test for independent contractor status. Paul will discuss key considerations for businesses using independent contractors and what employers need to know to help stay compliant.

Register here: https://njadclub.wildapricot.org/event-6862365

09/30/2026

Are employers ready for AI-enabled smart glasses in the workplace?

Genova Burns LLC Partner ., Chair of the firm’s Human Resources, Counseling & Compliance practice, was recently featured in NJBIZ, sharing insight on the employment-law questions this technology raises, from discreet recording and confidential information to internal investigations and disability accommodations.

As employers prepare their 2027 handbook updates, it’s a timely reminder to review whether workplace policies are keeping pace with emerging technology.

Read the full article: https://njbiz.com/smart-glasses-raise-new-workplace-privacy-concerns/

Smart glasses are entering workplaces, raising privacy, recording, data security and disability accommodation issues for employers.

09/29/2026

Do you have an HR checklist when separating employees? Add one more item: mandatory reporting to the State of New Jersey on all employee separations. Genova Burns LLC Partner & HR Law specialist ., breaks down what employers need to know in this week’s HR Tip.



https://www.genovaburns.com/news/hr-tip-of-the-week/2026-09-29-hr-tip-of-the-week-nj-mandatory-reporting-requirements-for-employment-separations

09/28/2026

The National Labor Relations Board’s General Counsel is asking the Board to reconsider Stericycle the standard used to assess whether workplace conduct rules interfere with employees’ organizing rights. A change could affect how employers draft and enforce policies on professional conduct, workplace safety and harassment.

Genova Burns LLC Labor Law Partner Edward Bonett, Jr., Esq. examines the proposed shift and what it could mean for employers: https://www.genovaburns.com/news/labor-law/2026-09-28-nlrb-general-counsel-advocates-change-to-standard-for-review-of-employee-conduct-policies

NLRB General Counsel Crystal Carey has directed NLRB regional staff to urge the Board to change the standard by which employer rules on employee conduct are analyzed. Two cases currently on appeal to the Board involve allegations that Atlassian and Honeywell