The New Jersey Supreme Court has made a decision to dismiss ethics charges against a judge who was accused of allowing his secretary to work remotely without proper authorization. The judge characterized the situation as an “honest mistake,” believing he was entitled to permit such work arrangements. This resolution by the court provides clarity for judicial conduct guidelines regarding remote work, especially in a post-pandemic era where flexible working arrangements are increasingly common in various sectors.
The full details of the case and the judicial reasoning behind the dismissal can be accessed through this Law360 article.