Smith Mullin

What we found in smoky casino air should prod N.J. to finally ban lighting up New Jersey bans smoking in other public places, but smokers can still light up in the state's nine casinos. We tested the toxicity of that secondhand smoke. It's time to end this sweetheart deal the ...

NJ Casino air is unsafe for everyone - especially for casino workers who continue to get sick and die because the legislature bows to greedy corporations! @nj.com

How toxic is Atlantic City casino air? We checked for ourselves, here's what we found. Smokers can still light up in N.J. casinos. NJ Advance Media found unhealthy air levels in every casino — even in designated non-smoking areas

The UAW filed a lawsuit in March 2024 showing that the exclusion of casino workers from the Smoke Free Air Act is unconstitutional. That case has been in the Appellate Division for a year with no hearing. Meanwhile, workers keep getting sick. www.nj.com/politics/202...

How toxic is Atlantic City casino air? We checked for ourselves, here's what we found. Smokers can still light up in N.J. casinos. NJ Advance Media found unhealthy air levels in every casino — even in designated non-smoking areas

The health impacts of secondhand smoke are well documented. The CDC has found that one hour of exposure to second-hand smoke can cause bodily changes that lead to cancer, stroke, heart disease, & other serious illnesses. It is unfathomable to subject people to those dangers for corporate greed.

How toxic is Atlantic City casino air? We checked for ourselves, here's what we found. Smokers can still light up in N.J. casinos. NJ Advance Media found unhealthy air levels in every casino — even in designated non-smoking areas

NJ law says workers are entitled to a safe working environment. Workers don’t simply waive those rights when they step on a casino floor. www.nj.com/politics/202...

How toxic is Atlantic City casino air? We checked for ourselves, here's what we found. Smokers can still light up in N.J. casinos. NJ Advance Media found unhealthy air levels in every casino — even in designated non-smoking areas

NJ legislators have shamefully bowed to greedy millionaire casino executives and tobacco company lobbyists who want to keep problem gamblers (scientifically proven to more likely smoke) in the casinos. www.nj.com/politics/202...

The same casinos poisoning their workers and patrons in NJ are seeking licenses in NY – which does not allow smoking – and the highest grossing casino in PA is smoke-free. It is not true that economic ruin will befall Atlantic City if casinos have to stop poisoning people.

How toxic is Atlantic City casino air? We checked for ourselves, here's what we found. Smokers can still light up in N.J. casinos. NJ Advance Media found unhealthy air levels in every casino — even in designated non-smoking areas

In a blockbuster investigative piece by Ted Sherman for the Star Ledger it is revealed that the air quality in NJ casinos is unsafe for anyone – even in “non-smoking” areas where children are allowed. www.nj.com/politics/202...

How toxic is Atlantic City casino air? We checked for ourselves, here's what we found. Smokers can still light up in N.J. casinos. NJ Advance Media found unhealthy air levels in every casino — even in designated non-smoking areas

Every organization that holds meetings in New Jersey casinos is putting their invitees (and their families) in a dangerous and unhealthy environment. www.nj.com/politics/202...

NJ Advance Media Study shows that NJ casinos are dangerous to everyone’s health - not just workers! Meanwhile the UAW Lawsuit challenging the exclusion from a health & safety law that protects ALL other workers as unconstitutional has been sitting in the appellate division for a year with no hearing

Bill Castner named new Rutgers general counsel - New Jersey Globe Bill Castner, one of the most influential attorneys in New Jersey, was named Rutgers University’s Executive Vice President of Legal Affairs and General

Congratulations to @wjcastner.bsky.social on his appointment as Rutgers’ new Executive Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel - this is a huge step in the right direction for a University that has been in desperate need of a sea change for a long time!

Trump’s aggressive anti-immigration agenda and weaponization of the EEOC are threatening the safety of female farmworkers, who already face staggeringly high levels of workplace sexual harassment with limited avenues to seek justice. investigatemidwest.org/2025/06/16/w...

Observers of workplace mistreatment react as strongly as the victims − at times with a surprising amount of victim blaming Witnesses to workplace mistreatment respond with both schadenfreude and empathy, an analysis of 158 studies found.

Workplace mistreatment not only has a negative impact on the individual targeted, it also weighs on their colleagues who witness it. It is crucial for employers to address these behaviors, to prevent legal troubles down the line and to ensure a supportive and productive work environment.

Andrea Lucas Defends E.E.O.C. Record Under Trump at Senate Hearing

The Senate should stand firm against Andrea Lucas’s reappointment to the EEOC. It is clear she has no respect for the independence of the agency and will continue to do Trump’s bidding at the expense of working Americans.

Tyler Perry accused of sexual harassment and workplace gender violence Media mogul faces allegations of creating ‘coercive, sexually exploitative dynamic’ in lawsuit seeking $260m in damages

These allegations against Tyler Perry are disturbing. If true, this is another example of a powerful person taking advantage of his position to prey on a vulnerable person.

The New York State Fashion Workers Act: What Model Management and Fashion Industry Companies Need to Know On December 21, 2024, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the New York State Fashion Workers Act, which regulates model management companies and their clients, including retail stores, fashion desig...

It is great to see these enhanced protections going into effect for New York’s modeling industry.

Jayapal Introduces Legislation to Protect Domestic Workers - Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) is today leading 104 Members of Congress in reintroducing the National Domestic Workers Bill of Rights. The groundbreaking legislation will fin...

While several states and individual cities have enacted the Domestic Workers Bill of Rights, national legislation is long overdue!

Kamillah Hanks’ office the subject of multiple workplace complaints Current and former staffers of the New York City Council member have alleged retaliation, beratement and religious discrimination. In response, the council member said complaints came from “disgruntle...

These troubling allegations point toward a toxic work environment, rife with workplace harassment and retaliation against employees who complain.

Employers have a responsibility to take harassment complaints seriously. Ignoring them, or worse, mocking someone for speaking up, is not only immoral, it’s illegal! And expensive.

Independence police major files federal employment discrimination lawsuit A 30-year-plus veteran of the Independence Police Department has filed a federal lawsuit claiming he and other qualified officers were unfairly bypassed for promotions.

There appear to be concerning cultural issues in this police department. Hopefully, for the sake of the officers and the community they serve, the department begins to take these matters more seriously.

Black Portland fire inspector awarded $275K for workplace discrimination A jury found Jason Wilson, an 18-year member of the Fire Bureau, was subject to racist jokes and denied training and job opportunities.

Wilson’s experience paints a troubling picture of the Portland Fire Marshal’s Office.

Sheetz racial discrimination case is on the chopping block as Trump rewrites civil rights Federal authorities are moving to drop a racial discrimination lawsuit against the Sheetz convenience store chain, part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to halt the use of a key tool fo...

While the EEOC has dropped a series of lawsuits due to Trump’s guidance on disparate impact, that does not negate the law. These individuals have every right to organize their own class action lawsuit to hold Sheetz accountable for its hiring practices.

Attorney: Hogsett probe omitted 'uncomfortable' texts from mayor, contradicted women's claims A lawyer for Caroline Ellert and Lauren Roberts said they gave extensive documentation to investigators that wasn't included in the final report.

We cannot continue to tolerate this type of behavior from our elected officials. These women deserve better.

Washington Public Records Act Now Protects Identities in Workplace Investigations Investigation records have typically been considered public records under Washington State’s public disclosure law, absent a specific exemption or an established legal privilege.

Many employees do not report harassment because they (correctly) fear retaliation. This Washington law may help.

Minnesota Culver’s Franchisee to Pay $261K for Harassment on Basis of Gender, Sexuality and Race A Minneapolis area Culver’s franchisee settled a harassment case with the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

Failing to take employees' concerns seriously and allowing a toxic culture to persist can be expensive!

Trump Administration Tells State Regulators It Won’t Back Some Discrimination Claims

The Trump Administration continues to overstep in its efforts to undermine workers’ rights and ostracize LGBTQ Americans.

Alleged 'severe hazing, abuse and misconduct': Seton Hall hit with lawsuit over baseball program A former Seton Hall baseball player filed a lawsuit over alleged “severe hazing, abuse and misconduct” he endured as a freshman in the program.

Seton Hall had a legal responsibility to these students to protect them from physical and emotional harm - no athlete, male or female, should be subjected to this kind of abuse!

N.J. college boss told 68-year-old custodian he was ‘too old’ before firing him, lawsuit says Sussex County Community College is accused of violating the rights of a custodian who worked there 24 years.

All too often employers attempt to push out older workers by placing unrealistic expectations on them and then using their failure to meet those expectations as grounds for termination. It is not just unfair, it’s illegal.

Former ASPCA CFO sues over misuse of donor funds (updated) - NJBIZ Former ASPCA CFO Gordon Lavalette sues the nonprofit, alleging donor funds mismanagement and retaliation over safety concerns.

Partner Neil Mullin is defending the rights of whistleblowers speaking out against their employer’s wrongdoing.

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka sues U.S. attorney over trespassing arrest Newark Mayor Ras Baraka sued the interim U.S. attorney for New Jersey, arguing that his arrest outside an immigration detention center was motivated by politics.

The Justice Department being weaponized against private citizens is not just disturbing, it's unconstitutional.

Newark’s Mayor Sues a Top Trump Lawyer, Claiming Malicious Prosecution

Smith Mullin will continue to stand tall against the government overreach of the Trump Administration.
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