DanaLynn Colao

The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development has adopted new regulations clarifying how the agency will apply New Jersey’s statutory “ABC test” for determining whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor. The rules are expected to become operative on October 1, 2026. New Jersey businesses that use independent contractors should review those arrangements before the effective date.

Make your list, check it twice – and don’t forget to brush up on HR and employment law guidelines before hosting your organization’s holiday party. While an end-of-year celebration can be a great way to celebrate the year’s successes and unwind with colleagues, it’s important to follow best practices to ensure all participants have a safe, festive, and fun time.

As we noted in our January 8, 2025, Saiber Employment Law Alert, New Jersey’s pay transparency law (N.J.S.A. 34:6B-23) took effect on June 1, 2025, requiring covered employers to disclose salary information and certain benefits in job postings and to provide notice of promotional opportunities to current employees. The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (“NJDOL”) issued proposed regulations that would implement and clarify the law.