JOURNAL ARTICLE

When Commissions Count as Wages: New Jersey Supreme Court Ruling Sends Wake-Up Call to Employers.

  • Published In: TortSource, 2025, v. 27, n. 3. P. 10 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Mastroianni, Marissa A. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the implications of a New Jersey Supreme Court decision regarding wage and hour laws, specifically the classification of commissions as "wages" under the New Jersey Wage Payment Law (NJWPL). The court ruled in the case Musker v. Suuchi, Inc. that commissions earned by employees for their labor are considered wages, thus providing them legal protection under the NJWPL. This decision emphasizes the need for New Jersey employers to ensure their commission practices comply with wage laws to avoid significant legal liabilities. Additionally, it serves as a reminder for employers nationwide to review their compensation structures to prevent potential violations of wage and hour laws. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:TortSource. 2025/04, Vol. 27, Issue 3, p10
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:1521-9445
  • Accession Number:186097204
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