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Assault Beyond Consent
Aug 2, 2023 | Written by: | Share
In 2020, 63,058 domestic violence offenses were reported by the New Jersey police[i]. Assaults accounted for approximately 43% of the reported incidents[ii]. Under N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1, individuals...
Estate Planning Simplified
Jul 25, 2023 | Written by: | Share
Estate planning can be a complex undertaking. However, for the vast majority of clients, estate planning is relatively simple. That is to say, if estate tax shelter planning is not needed, and if all...
Death & Divorce
Jul 12, 2023 | Written by: | Share
Have you ever wondered what to do if your spouse passes away during the pendency of your divorce? Unfortunately, this can be quite complex in New Jersey.
Employees vs. Independent Contractors
Jul 7, 2023 | Written by: | Share
Determining whether a worker should be classified as an employee or an independent contractor is a critical task for employers in New Jersey. The classification holds significant implications for...
Prevailing Litigants in Common Law Right of Access Cases Not Entitled to Attorneys’ Fees
Jun 23, 2023 | Written by: | Share
On June 20, 2023, the New Jersey Supreme Court ruled on a matter of significance for all New Jersey municipalities. In the case of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC v. Township of Neptune,...
District Court Confirms That NJ’s Cannabis Law Does Not Provide Individuals with Private Right of Action
Jun 20, 2023 | Written by: | Share
In a recent decision, Zanetich v. Wal-Mart Stores East, Inc d/b/a Walmart, Inc., et al. (May 24, 2023), the New Jersey District Court confirmed that New Jersey’s cannabis law does not provide...
Do I Have a Right to Bring a Service Animal to Work in New Jersey?
Jun 5, 2023 | Written by: | Share
In recent years, the recognition and understanding of service animals has grown significantly. These highly trained animals provide invaluable assistance to individuals with disabilities, enabling...
Six Updates In Family Law
Jun 2, 2023 | Written by: | Share
Following are synopses of six recently published trial court opinions. These are all family law decisions that address a myriad of topics throughout New Jersey.
Auto Insurance PIP Expense Benefits Are Not Reduced by Chosen Deductibles or Co-Payments
May 23, 2023 | Written by: | Share
A New Jersey personal automobile insurance policy must provide Personal Injury Protection (“PIP”) benefits pursuant to NJSA 39:6A-1, et seq. Pursuant to the statute, a standard PIP policy...
My Employer is Being Mean to Me…Can I Sue?
May 15, 2023 | Written by: | Share
As an employee in New Jersey, you may be wondering if you have any legal recourse against your employer in certain situations. In New Jersey, you generally cannot sue your employer simply because...