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New Jersey Law Adds Teeth to Mediation: The new law is designed to help the state position itself as a leading forum for international dispute resolution
On February 6, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie signed into law legislation designed to improve and broaden international alternative dispute resolution in the state. The new law, which went into effect on May 7, is known as the New Jersey International Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation Act...
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Sills Celebrates in Civic-Minded Fashion: Firm anniversary brings together law, business, government and policy
Sills Cummis & Gross recently celebrated its 45th anniversary with a gala reception featuring political commentators David Axelrod and Michael Murphy as befits the firm’s commitment to government service and civic affairs. Sills Managing Partner, Max Crane, and two of its practice leaders...
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Yesterday’s Divorce Won’t Do Today: Complex mix personal and professional require creative solutions
Divorce is never easy. That’s especially the case when division of businesses, stock options, pensions, real estate, and other high-net-worth assets are involved. Investing the time and money with a lawyer experienced in handling these issues is necessary to protect your rights, ensure that...
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ACOs Under the Microscope: Still in their infancy, Accountable Care Organization may be proving their worth
On March 23, 2010, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) was enacted. The goal of PPACA was to reform healthcare by decreasing healthcare spending and increasing the quality of care provided. One of the vehicles created to accomplish this goal was the accountable care organization...
Read MoreProtecting Intracompany Privilege: The more widely it is disseminated, the more likely it is that legal advice reaches employees outside of privilege
We have been taught since law school that the attorney-client privilege is precious and must be zealously guarded. The logic is undeniable. The attorney-client privilege allows for frank discussions between attorneys and clients on the full range of legal issues. This is equally true of...
Read MoreCourts Lower the Bar for Data Breach Litigation: Important lessons emerge from Target and other key 2015 court rulings
In the wake of this year’s data breach rulings, it is now more imperative than ever that organizations understand that the exposure from a cyberbreach extends beyond a failure of their systems. For example, how the organization responds to a cyberbreach may now provide a basis for injuries...
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What Browning-Ferris Means to Union and Nonunion Employers: A sweeping ruling redefines joint employment, potentially transforming labor relations and business relationships
In a controversial 3-2 ruling, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently overturned three decades of its own precedent and redefined joint employment in a manner that promises to create a sea change in labor relations and business relationships. A fundamental concept in employment and...
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