November 03, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
Erika Lopes-McLeman on the 'Power We Have as Attorneys to Effectuate Change'"Belonging means that someone feels accepted as an integral member of an organization and that both the person and the organization are fully invested in each other's success."
By Donovan Swift
3 minute read
November 03, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
Alexandra Bravo's Advice: 'Don't Let Fear Stop You'"Sometimes, the biggest difference you can make is letting people know they are not alone."
By Donovan Swift
3 minute read
November 03, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
'Find a Legal Passion and Pursue It Wholeheartedly,' Says Jason Holt"'Making a difference' to me means having an impact in a positive way on the lives and circumstances of people and the society in which we live."
By Donovan Swift
4 minute read
November 02, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
On the Move and After Hours: Gibbons, Avelino Law, Stevens & Lee, Javerbaum Wurgaft, SABA-NJThe South Asian Bar Association hosted its ninth annual gala; Gibbons added a partner in their environmental group; and more moves.
By Donovan Swift
7 minute read
October 27, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
New Bullying Case Offers Hope for First Amendment Rights in SchoolsAnyone who follows school law knows that these types of HIB charges are commonplace—and difficult to challenge. In seeking to combat bullying, the HIB statute (N.J.S.A. 18A:37-13) is exceedingly broad, focusing not on traditional categories of protected traits (race, gender, nationality, etc.) but on any "distinguishing characteristic," of any kind.
By Randall J. Peach
5 minute read
October 26, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
On the Move and After Hours: Weinberger; Brach Eichler; Norris McLaughlin; Volunteers Lawyers for JusticeWeinberger adds two partners; Volunteer Lawyers for Justice hosts its annual Justice Gala; and more moves.
By Donovan Swift
6 minute read
October 26, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
What To Know About the Cannabis Regulatory Commission's Proposed New GuidelinesOn Sept. 8, 2023 the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission (the CRC) introduced proposed guidelines to allow additional ingestible forms of cannabis products in the medical and recreational cannabis markets, including cannabis-infused beverages, baked goods, candies, gummies, butters, jams, jellies and chocolates.
By Michael F. Schaff and Jennie M. Miller
4 minute read
October 20, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
Should a School Be Required To Notify Parents of a Student's Gender Identity?Who is in a better position to determine whether or not a student's parents will accept and support the student's new gender identity, the student or "the administration"?
By Louis F. Locascio
8 minute read
October 20, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
Rutgers Law School Launches Study to Advance Women in LawHarvard economist Claudia Goldin was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her work in economics. Goldin's vast work has shown that despite having equal education and qualifications, women still earn less than men. Her research has also shown that strong economies and technological advancements have not leveled the playing field for women.
By Penny M. Venetis, Kirsten Scheurer Branigan and Beth P. Zoller
9 minute read
October 19, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal
On the Move and After Hours: Bressler Amery; Buchanan Ingersoll; Capehart Scatchard; Epstein Law; SaiberJames Tyrrell joins Bressler Amery; Buchanan Ingersoll adds Michael Caruso; and more moves.
By Donovan Swift
6 minute read
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