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Stark & Stark is Once Again at the Forefront of Protecting Women at Risk in Sexually Abusive Environments
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Stark and Stark, along with its co-counsel Barry, Corrado, Grassi & Gillin-Schwartz, have filed a class action on behalf of thousands of potential female class members against the New Jersey Department of Corrections (“NJDOC”), over the intolerable conditions at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women (“EMCFW”). NJDOC is a public… Continue reading
Can the Termination of a Shareholder’s Employment be Oppression?
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The termination of a shareholder’s employment may constitute oppression under N.J.S.A. 14A:12-7(b)(1)(c). That is because a person who holds a share in a closely held corporation often does so “for the assurance of employment in a closely-held corporation in the business.” Muellenberg v. Bilkon Corp., 143 N.J. 168, 180-181 (1996)…. Continue reading
Required Notification to Be Beneficiary Under a Payment Bond
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In State, County, or Municipal projects, payment bonds are typically required of the general contractor, as the commercial Construction Lien Law is inapplicable to these projects. Copies of the payment bond are always provided to the relevant government agency, as well as to all direct subcontractors or suppliers with whom… Continue reading
Pizza Chain Bertucci’s Files for Chapter 11 Protection
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This week, Massachusetts-based pizza chain Bertucci’s filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the Delaware (seeking joint administration under case No. 18-10894). Bertucci’s operates 59 stores, 29 of which it plans to reject. According to The Wall Street Journal, an affiliate of Chicago-based investment firm Right Lane Capital LLC has… Continue reading
Teen Fashion Retailer Claire’s Files for Chapter 11 Protection
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Today, Claire’s Stores, Inc., along with seven affiliates and subsidiaries filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the Delaware (Case No. 18-10584). Claire’s is a well-known specialty retailer of teen and young women jewelry, accessories, and beauty products, as well as ear piercings at local malls, based in Cook County,… Continue reading
Challenging a Previously Concealed Will
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In general, the time to contest a Last Will and Testament is very short. An in-state resident who is aware of the notice of probate will have four months to challenge a Will from the time it is submitted to probate. On the other hand, an out of state resident… Continue reading
Payable on Death Designations for IRA and Non-IRA Accounts
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After a person passes away, their assets are typically divided into probate assets, which are assets which pass through the Estate, and non-probate assets, which are assets which pass outside of the Estate. Probate assets are those to which a beneficiary is not specified, and thus, the assets become part… Continue reading
Tips to Help Property Managers Effectively Manage Meetings
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Property managers are often tasked with leading a board or member meeting. These tips will help to keep the meeting on track and productive. Before doing anything else in preparation for the meeting — double check compliance with notice requirements. No notice = no meeting. Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance… Continue reading
Documenting Backcharges on Construction Projects
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It would be unusual for a large to medium scale construction project to be completed without the general contractor experiencing issues with at least some of its subcontractors or suppliers. Under such circumstances, it is typical for back charges to be assessed by the general contractor against the subcontractor or… Continue reading
The PennEast Pipeline: What Happens Next?
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A few weeks ago, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) granted conditional approval of the PennEast Pipeline. FERC is a federal agency which regulates gas pipelines and issued an order to allow PennEast to proceed forward with its project on January 19, 2018. This approval will allow PennEast to file… Continue reading
