Arbitration is a legal method of resolving New Jersey workplace conflicts that can be an alternative to taking a case to court. It can be a better way for you as an employee to handle your workplace dispute, but there are some drawbacks that you should be aware of....
Most New Jersey business owners are probably aware of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). This is the law that requires that all owners report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Hypothetically, this law would make...
The 2013 New Jersey Revised Statutes Section 2A:42A-8.1 states that a property owner owes a duty of care to people legally on their premises. But, if someone gets injured while on their property, the fault doesn't always automatically fall on the owners. When property...
Selling your business is a complex and lengthy process that requires careful consideration of many factors. Having a good team of advisors is essential. The sales process will likely take several months to complete. Ideally, you will start preparing for the sale six...
When starting a business, there are many things to consider. One of the first decisions that you will have to make is what type of entity you want to form. Is a limited liability company (LLC) better than a corporation? What about a sole proprietorship or partnership?...
Judge vacancies in New Jersey due to judicial retirements are at an all-time high, with nearly 22% of judgeships vacant (with a 15% vacancy rate among NJ Superior Court judges). In fact, New Jersey Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner told the New Jersey State...
Drivers may travel many of the same routes for years without any near misses, much less accidents. Don't assume any New Jersey commutes come without risks, as vehicle collisions could happen anywhere at any time. 2021's statistics involved an alarming increase in...
In New Jersey and around the country, the time period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is often referred to as the 100 deadliest days of summer. During this time, there is a dramatic increase in the number of teenage vehicle crashes and fatalities. More than 7000...
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers are opting to allow their employees to work remotely. To avoid potential liability, employers who choose to implement a remote work policy must ensure that the policy is administered in a manner that complies with...
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) accident reports for 2021 overall have not been positive. Not only have the number of accidents and motorist death rates increased, but all accident numbers...