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January 19, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

Trump Attorney's Comment About Justice Kavanaugh Undermines Judicial Independence

The disgraceful comment should be retracted by the attorney in question without ambiguity and without blaming the press.

By The Law Journal Editorial Board

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January 19, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

New Licensing Requirement for Home Improvement Contractors Brings Needed Change

Restitution would be easier for consumers without the need to go to court and engage in litigation with a contractor.

By The Law Journal Editorial Board

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January 12, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

The Insurrection Bar: Eligibility to Hold Office Is a Question for the Courts

The issue before the Colorado court and other courts throughout the country involves the right to be on the ballot, itself a federal constitutional issue which must be decided by the judiciary.

By The Law Journal Editorial Board

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January 12, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

Finally, a Small Deal on Liquor Licenses

Many critics thought the system was archaic and inequitable and hindered competition with neighboring states.

By The Law Journal Editorial Board

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January 12, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

Who Is the Client? Recent Appellate Division Ruling Provides Useful Reminder

The result should not be surprising to attorneys. However, we suspect that it would unpleasantly surprise many owners of closely held corporations.

By The Law Journal Editorial Board

2 minute read

January 05, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

State Regulation Requesting Confidentiality in Investigations Should Be Upheld

We know from experience that witnesses in such investigations are often reluctant to speak freely when they know their statements will be made public.

By Law Journal Editorial Board

5 minute read

January 05, 2024 | New Jersey Law Journal

'Not Just a Big Firm Issue': Attorneys Must Be Informed About the Corporate Transparency Act

We have written before on beneficial ownership, the Corporate Transparency Act, and the American Bar Association's revision to ABA Model Rule 1.16…

By Law Journal Editorial Board

2 minute read

December 29, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Appellate Division Oral Arguments Should Be Streamed

We urge that court in the year ahead to consider conforming its operations to those of every other major court in New Jersey by recording its oral arguments and making transcripts available.

By Law Journal Editorial Board

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