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New Jersey Applies So-Called "Absolute Pollution" Exclusion To Carbon Monoxide Claims

In an apparent departure from New Jersey’s legacy of pro-policyholder jurisprudence, a New Jersey appellate court recently extended the exclusionary reaches of the so-called “absolute pollution exclusion” found in comprehensive general liability (“CGL”) policies to nonenvironmental claims.

“Make No Bones” About Protecting Confidential Business Information

Companies in Massachusetts must take proactive steps to prevent the improper use of confidential business information by their employees and associates, or risk losing protection of that information under the law.

IC or Employee?

How do you make a decision to go independent contractor vs. employee when hiring someone, and what are some obligations you encounter along the way based on your decision?

Subcontractor’s Right to Time Extension from General Contractor Given “Teeth” by Massachusetts Judge

Subcontractors who are denied extra time to complete their work in light of project delays they did not cause should be aware of their right to collect damages from the general contractor for breach of the standard “No Damages for Delay” clause included in most large subcontracts.

Single-Member Versus Multi-Member Limited Liability Companies

Maximum entity protection from court charging orders suggests that formation of multi-member LLCs should be preferable to single-member LLCs.

BUSINESS EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Don't let a disaster black out your business

What makes a Lawyer Websites generate clients?

Lawyer Websites that generate clients for attorneys

Regulation A and the Reawakening of U.S Entrepreneurship!

There is little doubt that innovation and entrepreneurship are the backbone of this nation.

COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION IN NORTH CAROLINA: Late Payments to Subcontractors - is it legal?

Wilmington Construction Law attorney Wesley Scott Jones discusses the rights of Subcontractors to be timely paid on Commercial Construction Projects in North Carolina. Wesley Jones is an attorney practicing in Wilmington, NC (New Hanover County)

Setting Up Your Small Business

Starting a new business is exciting, but a lot of work. There are several important steps to take before you cut that ribbon.

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