Commentary

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    Expanding Worker Compensation

    January 5, 2007

    The law, it is a-changin' - at least in the area of employee compensation for work-related injuries. The enactment of the Workers' Compensation Act in 1911 guaranteed compensation on a schedul

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    A Top 10 List for Ethics Reform in N.J.

    By Paula A. Franzese and Daniel J. O'Hern | March 28, 2005

    On Nov. 17, 2004, acting Gov. Richard Codey appointed us special ethics counsel, charged with the responsibility of recommending ethics reforms for the executive branch of New Jersey's governm

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    Hail to Our Newest Crime

    By Alan L. Zegas | April 5, 2004

    Four new inmates were summoned into the office of Warden Kraft at Jackson State Prison, a maximum-security facility, for cell assignment. Warden: You, Morton, step forward. What are yo

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    Out-of-State Roadshow for N.J.'s Consumer Fraud Act

    By Gavin J. Rooney and Maureen A. Ruane | July 10, 2006

    The legislative reach of New Jersey's laws traditionally stopped at the Delaware and Hudson rivers. According to a recent Appellate Division decision, however, the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Ac

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    A U.S. Judicial System We Need, for The Cost of 2-1/2 Stealth Bombers

    By Thomas E. Baker | August 16, 2004

    Crisis is an overused word in Washington. But if a worsening problem that will have profound consequences qualifies as a crisis, then the decreasing resources and increasing workload facing th

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    Editorials

    September 6, 2004

    Indefinite Commitment and Due Process for Sex Offenders Last Nov. 17, The New York Times published a disturbing story titled: "Questions rise over imprisoning sex offende

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    Leave Jurors Alone

    By By Daniel Small | June 7, 2004

    Our jury system is one of the most dramatic examples of our belief in the premise that "the whole is greater than the sum of the parts." Twelve ordinary people, with no special knowledge, expe

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    Voice of the Bar

    October 16, 2006

    Thorough and Efficient Education for All: Move Forward, Not Backward Dear Editor: The Law Journal published three consecutive editorials in September, totaling al

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    Editorials

    August 2, 2004

    Discretion, Valor and Judicial Review In our editorial of July 19, we stated that the proposition that contract debt is not state debt does not support the conclusion that the p

  • New Jersey Law Journal

    War on the Constitution

    By Jordan Paust | February 27, 2006

    There are prior and current members of the Bush administration, including Vice President Dick Cheney, who openly argue that if the country is at war, the president should be able to ignore dom

More From ALM

With this subscription you will receive unlimited access to high quality, online, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry. This is perfect for attorneys licensed in multiple jurisdictions or for attorneys that have fulfilled their CLE requirement but need to access resourceful information for their practice areas.
View Now
Our Team Account subscription service is for legal teams of four or more attorneys. Each attorney is granted unlimited access to high quality, on-demand premium content from well-respected faculty in the legal industry along with administrative access to easily manage CLE for the entire team.
View Now
Gain access to some of the most knowledgeable and experienced attorneys with our 2 bundle options! Our Compliance bundles are curated by CLE Counselors and include current legal topics and challenges within the industry. Our second option allows you to build your bundle and strategically select the content that pertains to your needs. Both options are priced the same.
View Now
October 30, 2025
Morris, NJ

New Jersey Law Journal honors lawyers leaving a mark on the legal community in New Jersey with their dedication to the profession.


Learn More
February 24, 2025 - February 26, 2025
Las Vegas, NV

This conference aims to help insurers and litigators better manage complex claims and litigation.


Learn More
March 24, 2025
New York, NY

Recognizing innovation in the legal technology sector for working on precedent-setting, game-changing projects and initiatives.


Learn More

General Counsel Posting Number: 1925 Closing Date: Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid) The Public Health Institute (PHI) is an in...


Apply Now ›

We are seeking an associate to join our Bankruptcy & Creditors Rights practice in either Hartford or Stamford. Candidates should have a...


Apply Now ›

We are an established and highly regarded White Plains law firm seeking a dedicated and skilled mid-to-senior level associate attorney with ...


Apply Now ›