Finding a Firm That Fits
If you own a business, you’ll need a law firm to protect your interests. What do you look for?
Potential Amendment to New Jersey’s Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA)
The New Jersey Senate has passed bill (S-1886) that enhances the rights and remedies of employees who disclose or refuse to participate in fraudulent employer practices pursuant to the Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA), New Jersey’s “whistleblower” statute.
Bankruptcy of a Commercial Tenant
When a commercial tenant files for bankruptcy, a landlord can easily feel lost in a minefield of bankruptcy court orders and notices, dealing with post-petition financing, claim deadlines, and creditor meetings.
Employee Theft
The problem of employee theft cuts across all industry and product barriers and has a particularly devastating effect on small businesses, who are the worst victims of this phenomenon.
Insurance Coverage for Your Business
Amidst the challenges and pressures of running a business, the adequacy of your business’s insurance coverage is easy to overlook. The crucial question as to whether your business is properly protected is too often answered after a business suffers a loss or is sued.
New CEPA Regulations For New Jersey Employers
Governor McGreevey signed legislation that requires New Jersey employers to annually notify their employees of their rights under New Jersey’s Conscientious Employee Protection Act (CEPA).
Succession Planning
One of the most critical components of business survival, but yet most often overlooked, is the planning for the internal succession of your business.
Successor Liability
Portfolio Financial Servicing Co., etc. v. Sharemax.com, Inc., et al – District Court New Jersey granted the defendant’s motion for summary judgement in a case which evolved from an alleged breach of a commercial lease. The court held that Sharemax.com was not liable for the debts of its now-defunct parent under either the doctrine of successor liability or the doctrine of corporate alter ego.
Unemployment Compensation Responsibility
Hasson v. Board of Review – New Jersey Court of Appeals finds that a corporation is still responsible for unemployment compensation purposes until it is dissolved or files for bankruptcy.
Oppressed Stockholders – Confidentiality
Stefaneli v. DFG Staffing Consultants, Inc. – Appellate decision regarding employee termination and the enforcement of confidentiality and non-compete agreements.