When I first realized that I was expecting a baby, a million thoughts raced through my mind. Eventually I was able to weed out the moderate to completely irrational ones (some irrational ones remained all nine months and, actually, have never left – but that’s a topic for another day). What I was left with […]
Although he has been with us since late last year, it’s not too late to publically welcome our newest Associate, George Christopoulos. George is active in the Real Estate, Litigation and Transactional areas of our practice. He received his undergraduate degree from Seton Hall University, and his law degree from Widener University School of Law […]
New Jersey’s Identity Theft Protection Act went into effect on January 1 of this year. The Act was passed in response to the growing concerns of New Jersey residents that personal information has been, and will continue to be, vulnerable to security breaches by unscrupulous parties. New Jersey’s Identify Theft Protection Act is one of […]
The franchise relationship places a great deal of pressure on the franchisee, despite the many advantages of utilizing a franchisor’s know how and reputation. A franchisee invests significant money and time and most often the risk of failure rests only with the franchisee. The franchisor does not concern itself with the failure of any individual […]
Today, many businesses, large and small, seek to have their product and/or service associated with a particular symbol or mark. Some of the more famous trademarks and servicemarks include the McDonald’s arches and the Microsoft logo.Under the old common law, a business that over an extended period of time continuously utilized and displayed to the […]
Almost every buyer or seller of real estate has dealt with a real estate broker as part of the transaction. Most real estate brokers are compensated through the payment of a commission, generally based upon a percentage of the purchase price. The broker’s ability to receive this compensation is generally contingent upon the sale taking […]
Instead of using file cabinets, many, if not most, offices and businesses now store at least some of their documents on computers. After all, it is a space saver and organization is much easier. However, what you must be aware of is that computer documents, e-mails and drafts of letters and agreements and the like […]
Summer is a time of transition for many families, so we are often asked if parents can change their residences after a divorce or separation. New Jersey Law addresses this issue, but, of course, the facts of each case must be considered when applying it. Many couples with children think about this issue when they […]
There are many excuses why our clients don’t initiate, update or maintain their estate planning documents. Don’t let this happen to you. Take control of your Estate Plan and family’s future by following this short list of Do’s and Don’t’s. Don’t let the “Excuses” prevent you from proper planning. We can all be very creative […]
Trees are a significant part of a community. Not only are they essential for the environment, but they can enhance the character and beauty of a neighborhood. With that said, trees can also cause damage. Whether it is from overhanging branches or roots which grow far and wide, damage can be costly. The question becomes […]