Articles
Early Settlement Panel – In-Person, Virtual or Hybrid
By: Jeralyn L. Lawrence and Charles F. Vuotto Jr. Since the worldwide pandemic began in early 2020, the New Jersey…
Life Insurance Language for Marital Settlement Agreements
By Charles F. Vuotto, Jr., Esq. Stephen R. Urbinato, Esq. and Scott K. Schroeder The requirement that a payor spouse maintain a life…
Palimony and the Statute of Frauds to be Considered by the Supreme Court in Moynihan v. Lynch
By Charles F. Vuotto, Jr. On May 21, 2021, the New Jersey Supreme Court granted certification to review the palimony…
Proper Classification of Employees for Non-Compete Agreements
Non-compete agreements (NCA), or covenants not to compete, are extremely prevalent in today's market. Employers often require employees to sign…
Issues to Consider When Closing or Selling a Business
After putting in years of dedication, time and hard work, it often becomes time for a business owner to step…
Choosing An Entity When Starting A Business
Whether it's the desire to be your own boss or to have a shorter commute, many people decide to start…
EEOC issues statement on the use of criminal records in hiring
Many employers review job applicants' criminal records during the hiring process. Employers may use criminal background checks to ensure that…
The Patients First Act of 2004
April 5, 2005 In 2004, the New Jersey Legislature enacted the "New Jersey Medical Care Access and Responsibility and Patients…
Expert Exchange – Ned Einstein, Transportation Alternatives – Bus Safety Expert
June 2, 2005 In a recent case involving a passenger who fell and fractured his hip while stepping off a…