A recent decision from the Superior Court of New Jersey held that the New Jersey First Act (“Act”) and its residency requirements are unconstitutional in their present form. The New Jersey First Act mandates that all state employees, including teachers, must reside in New Jersey within a year of... read more
Does an Integration Clause Void Terms from an Earlier Written Contract? An integration clause states that a contract is the final and complete agreement, preventing contradictions or additional terms from prior agreements. It is also called a merger clause. The standard integration clause in a contract is often looked... read more
There is no statutory right to receive a distribution of profits from a limited liability company before it dissolves and winds up its affairs. Distributions before then are discretionary. Profit distributions are in the discretion of the majority members or commonly in the discretion of the managers of the... read more
Whether you built a business from the ground up or acquired it another way, there comes a time when every business owner has to move on. When you want the business to continue without you, that often means selling it. So you need to find a buyer who will... read more
Inheritance and succession laws dictate the distribution of an individual’s assets when they die without a will. This is also known as dying intestate. Each state in the United States sets its own laws, so they can vary greatly. Our discussion today reviews some of the rules for distributing... read more
With all of the recent attention the federal government is placing on immigration enforcement, and the seemingly random raids of businesses and other locations, many of our library clients have asked what they should do to be prepared. Our clients have also asked how Directors should respond to questions... read more
If you’re a New Jersey parent preparing for divorce, you may be concerned about how this decision will impact your children. Whether the choice was mutual or not, it’s natural to worry about issues like custody, visitation, and NJ child support. Seeking guidance from friends or family members who... read more
New Jersey contract law governs the creation, enforcement, and breach of contracts. It serves as the foundation for civil litigation in the state. Agreements are what make the business world go ‘round. It’s the interdependence of companies and individuals that fuels business progress and, ultimately, success. So important are... read more
Probate is often a lengthy and costly legal process that can be stressful and emotionally taxing for the loved ones of a deceased individual (decedent). For these reasons and many more, avoiding probate is a common goal for many people as they begin creating an estate plan and preparing... read more
Under the Open Public Meetings Act, public entities, including public libraries and their Boards, are required to publish meeting notices in print newspapers. This is becoming increasingly difficult because, in recent years, we have seen many local newspapers in New Jersey closing their doors or shifting to only on-line... read more
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