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NJDEP has issued new guidance mandating that state agency decisions be guided by environmental justice principles… Just days after New Jersey enacted landmark environmental justice legislation, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has issued new guidance mandating that state agency decisions be guided by environmental justice principles. “New Jersey continues to lead the […]

New Jersey will likely soon have the country’s strictest plastic bag ban. New Jersey will likely soon have the country’s strictest plastic bag ban. Under a bill passed by the New Jersey Legislature on September 24, 2020, even single-use paper bags would be prohibited. The legislation, Senate Bill No. 864, also bans polystyrene foam food […]

The New Jersey Legislature recently advanced several bills that impact school districts... The New Jersey Legislature recently advanced several bills that impact school districts. The legislation addresses the following issues: quarantine requirements for students and staff who travel out-of-state during the COVID-19 pandemic, funding school meals, and returning school districts to local control. Quarantine of […]

The Small Business Association (SBA) recently issued a Procedural Notice regarding the procedures required when an entity that has received Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds is contemplating a change in ownership... The Small Business Association (SBA) recently issued a Procedural Notice regarding the procedures required when an entity that has received Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) […]

EPA finalized a rule that aims to improve transparency and establish consistent procedures for the issuance of agency guidance documents… The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently finalized a rule that aims to improve transparency and establish consistent procedures for the issuance of agency guidance documents. The Final Rule was drafted in response to President Donald […]

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has increased most of its patent fees, with the changes taking effect on October 2, 2020. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has increased most of its patent fees, with the changes taking effect on October 2, 2020. The fees have increased between 4 percent and 25 […]

The Department of Labor (DOL) wants to make it easier for businesses to classify workers as independent contractors… The Department of Labor (DOL) wants to make it easier for businesses to classify workers as independent contractors. The DOL’s recently published rule proposal establishes a new framework for determining when employers may legally classify workers as […]

While the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on many existing businesses, it has also created new opportunities for budding entrepreneurs... While the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on many existing businesses, it has also created new opportunities for budding entrepreneurs. As social distancing, remote learning, and telecommuting have become the new normal, many online businesses are […]

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a warning to trademark owners about an ongoing email scam involving correspondence that purports to be from the USPTO... The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a warning to trademark owners about an ongoing email scam involving correspondence that purports to be from the […]

The perfect storm of COVID-19 and the flu is expected to descend on New York and New Jersey this fall... The perfect storm of COVID-19 and the flu is expected to descend on New York and New Jersey this fall. Employers understandably want to take all reasonable precautions to keep their workers safe. But can […]

NJDOE recently issued guidance on educator evaluations for the 2020-2021 school year… The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) recently issued guidance on educator evaluations for the 2020-2021 school year. The guidance reflects the new and challenging circumstances teachers, administrators, and students are facing this year, including hybrid and remote learning. “For educators and students […]

If you haven’t yet updated your contracts to address COVID-19, time is of the essence... If you haven’t yet updated your contracts to address COVID-19, time is of the essence. The ongoing pandemic has created a wide range of unique issues that can impact the parties’ respective rights and responsibilities. For instance, do your contracts […]