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Class action lawsuits are becoming an increasingly popular means for consumers to hold businesses accountable for fraudulent and deceptive practices, and to gain leverage in a lawsuit. Under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act (N.J.S.A. 56:8-1 et seq.), consumers may file a class action lawsuit against a business that has engaged in deceptive or misleading practices. The New Jersey legislature passed the Consumer Fraud Act (CFA) in 1960. The act … [Read more...] about Class Action Lawsuits Under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act
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Supreme Court Declines to Clarify the Attorney-Client Privilege in Business Communications
In October 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear In Re Grand Jury, 13 F.4th 710 (9th Cir. 2021), from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The case dealt with the standards federal courts should use to determine what types of information exchanged between a lawyer and a business client are privileged and thus protected from disclosure during litigation. In the case, the Ninth Circuit ruled in 2021 that a law firm must turn over requested … [Read more...] about Supreme Court Declines to Clarify the Attorney-Client Privilege in Business Communications
New Jersey False Claims Act Attorneys: Combating Fraud and Protecting Taxpayers
In an effort to safeguard public funds and promote accountability, the State of New Jersey enacted the New Jersey False Claims Act (“NJFCA” or the “Act”). This legislation empowers whistleblowers to bring forth claims on behalf of the government when they suspect fraudulent activities. With a robust legal framework, the NJFCA serves as a crucial tool in the fight against fraud. In addition, the Act provides a means to uncover and prosecute … [Read more...] about New Jersey False Claims Act Attorneys: Combating Fraud and Protecting Taxpayers
Getting an Order to Show Cause in New Jersey
When unexpected disputes arise among trustees and beneficiaries, a commercial transaction collapses, or a former employer leaves his place of work with a client list and company playbook, filing an Order to Show Cause in New Jersey may be the first step in righting a wrong (or preventing further irreparable harm from occurring). New Jersey courts have long recognized Orders to Show Cause. However, the circumstances that would support an Order to … [Read more...] about Getting an Order to Show Cause in New Jersey
An Overview of the Economic Loss Doctrine in New Jersey
The economic loss doctrine is an important legal concept for business owners and their attorneys who are defending against a lawsuit. In New Jersey, this doctrine may limit a plaintiff’s ability to recover additional tort damages in a claim that should be limited to allegations of breach of contract. To better understand this concept and how it might affect your business, below is an overview of the economic loss doctrine in New Jersey. What … [Read more...] about An Overview of the Economic Loss Doctrine in New Jersey
Employers Must Learn New Laws to Maintain a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace
State Issues Rules Concerning the Recreational Use of Marijuana and Impact on Users’ Employment New Jersey legalized the recreational use of cannabis in 2021. Now, employers want to know when and what type of disciplinary action they can take if a worker tests positive for cannabis. Below is what employers need to know to maintain a drug-free workplace in New Jersey and comply with state law employment protections for cannabis users. New Jersey … [Read more...] about Employers Must Learn New Laws to Maintain a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace