Americans are spending increasingly more time on the combination of computers and smartphones with each passing year, and much of that time is spent creating digital assets. You may not think of your personal email account as an “asset,” but it is just that, and can be valuable to your loved ones after you are […]
The #MeToo movement has led to a national discussion about sexual harassment and sexual abuse as women across the country have found the courage to speak out against perpetrators. Unfortunately, many women are never allowed to speak up due to non-disclosure agreements. A bill introduced by Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg (D) aims to end […]
New Jersey has already been hit extremely hard by snow and frigid temperatures this year, first with a “bomb cyclone” that dumped up to 18 inches of snow in some areas, and later an “arctic outbreak” that left the east coast between 20 and 30 degree colder than normal, according to the Washington Post. A […]
New Jersey was hit incredibly hard by the 2008 recession, and though recovery was slow, the real estate market eventually bounced back throughout the state, according to NJ.com. At the outset, many transactions appear more simple than they really are. Even in a seemingly straightforward transaction, a title problem can swiftly interfere with parties’ expectations […]
By mid-December of 2017, the number of fatalities caused in New Jersey traffic collisions had already surpassed the worrisome statistics of 2016. According to New Jersey State Police, there were 562 fatalities in 2015, a seven percent rise the next year for 602 fatalities in 2016, and a rise in 2017 for a total of […]
Once you’ve found the perfect home and are approved to become a tenant, you’ll be asked to sign a lease that will contain the terms and conditions of your relationship with the landlord. Even if you’ve done it before, it’s useful to understand the basics of this type of agreement. You do have legal obligations […]
If you are a residential landlord looking to regain possession of rental property, or if you are a tenant who has been asked to relocate or vacate your home, you should consider seeking legal advice quickly. Landlords cannot remove a tenant for just any reason. There are limited grounds to regain possession, and knowing what […]
A common reason for a Will to be contested is when there is evidence of “undue influence.” Undue influence is another way of saying that someone in your loved one’s life took such advantage of their position of trust that your loved one’s judgment and desires became substituted or impaired. One of the most frequent […]
As of January 2016, the average employee stays at one job 4.2 years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Just two years before, in 2014, that number was 4.6 years. People are changing jobs faster than ever. Just one generation ago, employees spent their entire career with one employer, or at least the majority […]
Estate planning is important to ensure that your final wishes are followed and that your family and finances are in the best hands possible following your death. Powers of Attorney and Medical Directives are needed if you can no longer make decisions for yourself. Our experienced estate planning attorneys can offer tailored guidance for your […]