Writings by John G. Geppert

John G. Geppert represents private and public sector clients in labor and employment matters. He has extensive experience representing school boards in all facets of education law.

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Precedent-Setting Win in "Pass the Trash" Law

John Geppert and Sarah Gober were recently successful in securing a favorable precedent-setting decision before the New Jersey Appellate Division. John Geppert and Sarah Gober were recently successful in securing a favorable precedent-setting decision before the New Jersey Appellate Division. The Appellate Division confirmed the decision of the Commissioner of Education, finding that the Hackensack […]

Author: John G. Geppert

October 6, 2023

What NJ Schools Need to Know About the Supreme Court’s Decision in Carson v. Mankin

The United States Supreme Court issued a flurry of high-profile opinions in recent weeks, including an important First Amendment decision involving school funding… The United States Supreme Court issued a flurry of high-profile opinions in recent weeks, including an important First Amendment decision involving school funding. In Carson v. Makin, 596 U.S. ____ (2022), the […]

Author: John G. Geppert

June 27, 2022

Governor Murphy Extends Mask Mandate for NJ Schools

On January 11, 2022, Governor Phil Murphy reinstated New Jersey’s Public Health Emergency, which became effective immediately… On January 11, 2022, Governor Phil Murphy reinstated New Jersey’s Public Health Emergency, which became effective immediately, in response to the continued threat of COVID-19 and the rapidly spreading Omicron variant. The new Public Health Emergency allows for existing […]

Author: John G. Geppert

January 18, 2022

COVID-19

New Jersey Legislature Advances Bills Impacting School Districts

The New Jersey Legislature recently advanced several bills that impact school districts... The New Jersey Legislature recently advanced several bills that impact school districts. The legislation addresses the following issues: quarantine requirements for students and staff who travel out-of-state during the COVID-19 pandemic, funding school meals, and returning school districts to local control. Quarantine of […]

Author: John G. Geppert

October 14, 2020

COVID-19

New Guidance Authorizes New Jersey Schools to Offer “Virtual Only” Option

In response to concerns about safely reopening schools, Gov. Phil Murphy has eliminated the requirement that NJ students receive in-person instruction at least part of the time… In response to concerns about safely reopening schools, Gov. Phil Murphy has eliminated the requirement that New Jersey students receive in-person instruction at least part of the time, […]

Author: John G. Geppert

July 30, 2020

COVID-19

What NJ School Districts Should Know About the Possible Delay in Municipal Tax Payments

NJ Governor Phil Murphy signed Public Law 2020, Chapter 34 (A-3969/S-2392), which now gives local governments greater flexibility with regard to various timeframes, deadlines, and other statutory requirements during the ongoing COVID-19-related state of emergency. Partner & Chair of the firm’s Public & Education Law practice groups John G. Geppert On May 15, New Jersey Governor […]

Author: John G. Geppert

May 26, 2020

COVID-19

Does Executive Order Authorizing Car Gatherings Provide an Alternative to Canceling School Graduations?

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is slowly lifting restrictions that were put in place to help curb the spread of COVID-19… New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is slowly lifting restrictions that were put in place to help curb the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). However, prohibitions of large public gatherings will likely remain in place for […]

Author: John G. Geppert

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Answering Common Questions About New Jersey’s Paid Sick Leave Law

The NJDOL Published a Detailed List Answering FAQs Regarding the New Jersey Earned Paid Sick Leave Law That Recently Went into Effect The New Jersey Earned Paid Sick Leave Law went into effect on Monday, October 29, 2018. If you still have questions about the new law, you are not alone. The New Jersey Department […]

Author: John G. Geppert

November 29, 2018

New Jersey

New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Update — Required Notice Now Available

With the New Jersey Earned Sick Leave Law having recently taken effect, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) recently published a Notice of Employee Rights, which must be distributed to workers and posted in the workplace.

Author: John G. Geppert

November 21, 2018

New Jersey

What NJ Employers Need to Know About Paid Sick Leave Regulations

New Jersey’s paid sick leave law is slated to take effect on October 29, 2018. In preparation, the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) recently published regulations to implement the new law.

Author: John G. Geppert

October 4, 2018

New Jersey

Earned Sick Leave Becomes the Law in New Jersey

On May 2, New Jersey became the 10th state in the country with a paid sick leave law. Under the new Earned Sick and Safe Days Act (Act), workers are entitled to at least five sick days a year, earning one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours they work. Employers must pay workers for earned sick leave at the same rate of pay, and with the same benefits, as the employee normally earns.

Author: John G. Geppert

May 7, 2018

New Jersey

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