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Modification of Road Access: Do Not Sit on Your Rights!
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Modification of highway access is one of the most problematic and confusing areas of the law. As a general rule, the government’s use of its “police power” enables it to regulate the state highway system. In New Jersey, the government also has the benefit of the Highway Access Management Act…. Continue reading
Legislation to Expand Lending for NJ Vineyards and Wineries
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Legislation geared towards establishing a loan program for vineyard and winery capital expenses was released by the Assembly Commerce and Economic Development last month. The bill (A-4274) would direct the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (“EDA”), in consultation with the Department of Agriculture (“Department”), to create a loan program and… Continue reading
Gander Mountain Shooting for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
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Reuters reports Gander Mountain, the St. Paul based hunting and fishing chain, is preparing to file for bankruptcy. The bankruptcy is reportedly due to aggressive expansion that failed to draw new customers. Gander Mountain is known as America’s firearms superstore.
Eminent Domain and Condemnation Frequently Asked Questions
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What is eminent domain and who uses it? Eminent Domain is the power of the government to take private property and convert it into public use. Government agencies that use eminent domain include state government agencies like the Transportation department and local agencies tied to the municipalities. “The Fifth Amendment… Continue reading
The Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA)
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A company that invents original technologies, unique compositions, or special development processes (“IP”) knows intuitively that it must protect those interests to stay ahead of the competition. However, knowing how to protect that IP is not quite so instinctual.
Possible Chapter 22 for EMS Brand – Sports Direct Eying EMS After Poor Holiday Sales
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Reuters reports that Sports Direct International Plc, Britain’s largest sporting goods company with about 700 stores throughout Europe, is discussing a bid for Eastern Outfitters LLC (“Eastern Outfitters”), the parent of Bob’s Stores and Eastern Mountain Sports (“EMS”). Versa Capital Management LLC (“Versa”) is the owner of Eastern Outfitters. Last… Continue reading
Divorce & Family Law Seminars in South Jersey
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The Marlton office at Stark & Stark will be hosting three seminars in the next three months that will focus on various aspects of divorce and family law, and will be free and open to the public. Additionally, all three presentations will be held in the Marlton office.
Frequently Asked Questions on Negotiating Pipeline Easements
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Negotiating the conveyance of land rights with an experienced negotiator is often difficult and confusing at best. Terms such as temporary construction easement, slope easement, and fee simple interests are thrown around as if the public knows what they mean. Some terms also have acronyms (“TCE” for temporary construction easements… Continue reading
Gymboree – Next Retailer Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing?
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On the heels of The Limited bankruptcy filing, another retailer appears to be on the precipice of Chapter 11. Gymboree (Gymboree Corp.) reported yesterday that its CEO, Mark Breitbard, will be stepping down once a successor is appointed. Breitbard will assume the role of Chairman of the Board effective February… Continue reading
FAQs on Real Estate Revaluations
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Each year select municipalities appraise all properties within their borders in order to have all tax assessments reflect the current full and fair value of each property within the taxing district. The process, known as a revaluation, is alarming to property owners since they do not know whether their taxes… Continue reading
