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On Wednesday, August 1^st,  2012 Bonnie C. Frost, Esq., partner in the matrimonial department of the law firm of Einhorn Harris Ascher Barbarito & Frost, PC, will be moderating “Family Law for Paralegals”, a seminar being provided by The New Jersey Institute of Continuing Legal Education. 

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On Tuesday, June 19, 2012 two of Einhorn Harris’ attorneys, Mark Wechsler, Esq. and Timothy J. Ford, Esq. will be participating in a panel discussion for the Morris County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Committee entitled “What is Acceptable”.

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On April 18^th, 2012, Jason R. Rittie, Esq. from Law firm of Einhorn Harris Ascher Barbarito & Frost, P.C., located in Denville, New Jersey, along with other counsel, will be presenting a full day, comprehensive seminar for the Sterling Education Services, Inc. entitled: Landlord – Tenant Law: Surviving in a Difficult Economy.  The seminar will be held at the Holiday Inn, Parsippany from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

We have a "Biz Brain":  Christopher J. Roman was quoted in a long standing New Jersey Star Ledger Column entitled Ask the Biz Brain.  He was asked to answer the question "What do I do after forgetting to take a Required Minimum Distribution from my IRA?"

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James M. DeStefano, Esq. of Einhorn Harris' matrimonial and family group writes his first blog on prenuptial agreements using Kobe Bryant as an example. 

Timothy J. Ford, Esq. asks the question:  If a non-compete or confidentiality agreement doesn't exist are you still entitled to sue your former employee if they seem to be competing with your business? 

Michael R. Ascher, Esq. writes about the difference between DUI (driving under the influence) v. DWI (driving while intoxicated) and what you should do if you get pulled over at one of those Holiday Sobriety Checkpoints.

Jennifer Fortunato, Esq. tells you how to keep your sanity and bank account when you are going through divorce with these 10 tips.  

Assisted Living Facility Owners need to know what to do with potential and current Private Pay residents - particularly if they run out of funds.  Timothy J. Ford, Esq. answers two of many questions which come up in his practice. 

Originally published in The New Jersey Family Law Journal in November, 2011, this article by Elizabeth M. Vinhal, Esqis a must read for parents who are going through divorce as well as matrimonial practitioners.

New Jersey Bankers, Construction Companies and Real Estate professionals should read this new blog post by Jason R. Rittie, Esq. about the extending of the New Jersey Permit Extension Act of 2008 which was set to expire. 

Thomas F. Dorn, Esq. blogs on why your rights to sue against a city, state or public entity is so limited in the state of New Jersey.

Thomas F. Dorn, Jr's new blog post tells you about what you should do in New Jersey if you should slip and fall in a public place.

Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, Mesothelioma, Asbestos, Back Injuries - Depending upon what you do for a living, you may have an Occupational Injury.  An injury which is a direct result of your career, job or profession that develops over a long period of time.  Thomas F. Dorn, Jr., Esq. blogs about what you need to know to file a workers' compensation claim for these types of injuries.

Unfortunately, this is a topic that has impacted many New Jersey residents over the past several years. Economists may argue about whether the recession is over, but unemployment in New Jersey remains stagnant at 9.1%, slightly above the national average of 9.1%. 

This blog, by Timothy J. Ford. Esq., will overview the New Jersey Unemployment Compensation Law which acts as a safety net by providing income for workers who have, through no fault of their own, lost their job.  Below is a list of the many questions that I get regarding unemployment.

 

 On Thursday, September 22, 2011, Michael R. Ascher, Esq., a member of Einhorn, Harris, Ascher, Barbarito & Frost, P.C., Denville, New Jersey, spoke at a New Jersey Continuing Education Seminar entitled the Family Law/DYFS Overlap “What Every Family Lawyer Needs to Know”. The information Mr. Ascher provided to attorneys is equally important to people who come into contact with the Division of Youth and Family Services.

Earlier this year, New Jersey amended the construction lien law.  It is essential that you are aware of your lien rights and what has changed following the amendment. Timothy J. Ford's new blog post will help answer the many questions that arise regarding the construction lien law in New Jersey regarding commercial construction projects. 

If you have been improperly labeling your employees as independent contractors, Christopher J. Roman, Esq, tells you of a new IRS program gives you the opportunity to reclassify those workers as employees at a relatively minor cost. 

In the wake of Hurricane Irene, many business owners that rent commercial or retail space are looking for answers concerning flood damage clean up and reimbursement of costs. Similarly, landlords have questions concerning their responsibilities and obligations to tenants. Jason R. Rittie, Esq. blogs about of what they should be aware.

Hurricane Irene affected alot of people in New Jersey.  Small Businesses as well.  Please avoid getting ripped off by "storm-chasers" who are out to get your money but not help you get back to where you want to be by reading Timothy J. Ford's new blog. 

Timothy J. Ford, Esq. had asked his network what was the biggest problem in their businesses, companies and firms - the answer was Employee Relations.  Here is his blog on the top 10 tips to keep your office relations running smoothly. 

You have likely heard of the old phrase “Buyer Beware” or even the Latin Phrase “Caveat Emptor”.  In New Jersey, the Consumer Fraud Act has leveled the playing field, making it “Caveat Venditor” or “Seller Beware”.  Timothy J. Ford's new blog post explains the NJ Consumer Fraud Act and why you need to know about it.  Whether you are the consumer or the merchant. 

In recognition of Christian Lopez, the man who caught and returned Derek Jeter’s 3000 home run ball, the Yankees provided him with a number of gifts.  Should this be taxable? Trusts & Estate/Tax Lawyer  Christopher J. Roman's new blog answers this question.  

Stephen P. Haller, Esq. was interviewed on Fox News regarding the use of GPS to track a cheating spouse in Divorce Cases.

Linda Mainenti-Walsh writes her first blog on the hard pill many divorced or divorcing parents may have to swallow with regard to their college aged children. 

Jason R. Rittie, Esq. blogs about New Jersey Realtor's and the fact that they are not considered "learned professionals" under the Consumer Fraud Act (CFA) so reliance on a Seller's statement may lead to some serious problems.

Timothy J. Ford, Esq. blogs about sexual harrassment  - what it is, how employers can be held liable and how employers can avoid these problems. 

Thomas F. Dorn, Jr., Esq. writes his first blog post to help New Jersey Drivers understand their car insurance. 

Andrew S. Berns, Esq. writes his very first blog post on the fact that Bar/Tavern and Restaurant owners can be sued by patrons who were served alcohol even though they were visibly intoxicated. 

Jason R. Rittie, Esq. blogs about what you need to know when you want to open a Tattoo Shop in New Jersey. 

Christopher J. Roman, Esq.'s new blog post on ILIT - Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts - What they are and why you need.

Timothy J. Ford, Esq. blogs about the "Whistleblowers Act."  Those laws that protect people who are brave enough to come forward when they see wrongdoing.

Elizabeth M. Vinhal, Esq. writes her new blog post about alternatives you may be interested in taking rather than going through the traditional divorce method.

Timothy J. Ford, Esq. writes a blog on what you and your company can do when an employee has filed a discrimination case with the Division on Civil Rights or EEOC against you or your business.

Christopher J. Roman, Esq. blogs about the tax implications if you decide to gift Real Estate to family members. 

An exerpt from the CLE Video presentation that Gary R. Botwinick, Esq.  , Chairman of Einhorn Harris Ascher Barbarito & Frost, PC  Taxation/Trust & Estate Department, performed for Lawline.com.  

Timothy J. Ford, Esq. new blog on what employers need to know about the Family Leave Acts - both federal and in the State of New Jersey.

Patricia M. Barbarito, Esq., chair of the matrimonial department of Einhorn Harris Ascher Barbarito & Frost P.C., writes a new blog post on how cheating (Ala Arnold Schwartzenegger) affects a divorce in the state of New Jersey.

Timothy J. Ford, Esq.'s new blog post on the financial provisions in Assisted Living Facilities Resident Agreements.  This is the first in a series of blogs addressing the various parts of the Agreements which Assisted Living Facility Owners and Operators should be considering.

Christopher J. Roman, Esq.'s new blog post on whether, under the "Innocent Spouse" provision in the IRS tax code, you can be held responsible if your spouse doesn't declare income on your joint tax return.

Timothy J. Ford, Esq. writes a blog post on how restrictive covenants, including confidentiality agreements, covenants not to compete (non-competition agreements), and non-solicitation agreements work in the state of New Jersey.

If you own or operate an assisted living facility in New Jersey you need to be aware of the “spend down” provisions in your resident agreements. Or face the possibility of having to pay for the care of residents for the remainder of their life in the event that your assisted living facility closes or relocates.

The Juvenile Justice System inn New Jersey is complicated.   Children who are charged with committing an offense or crime deserve to be represented by a competent attorney - one who is familiar with how both Juvenile and Adult Criminal Systems in New Jersey work.

Gone are the days when job ads in New Jersey read that NO UNEMPLOYED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED. It is no longer lawful for New Jersey employers to advertise that unemployed job applicants will not be considered for a vacant position.

Jhanice V. Domingo, Esq., an attorney with Einhorn Harris Ascher Barbarito & Frost, PC, was elected as Treasurer of the Asian Pacific American Lawyers Association of New Jersey (APALA/NJ) FOR THE 2011-2012 Executive Board.

As previously discussed on this blog, in addition to the federal estate tax, the State of New Jersey imposes its own estate tax on individual estates larger than $675,000.  In client meetings, we spend a lot of time discussing and developing solutions that revolve around the New Jersey estate tax.

On July 13, 2010, George Steinbrenner passed away.  Steinbrenner’s estimated worth was approximately $1.15 billion according to multiple media outlets.  However, unlike Joe Robbie, the former owner of the Miami Dolphins, whose family had to sell the Dolphins to pay estate taxes, Yankee fans have nothing to worry about. Why?

Recently, Melvin Simon, the founder of Simon Property Group (the largest mall operator in the United States) died.  It was reported that his estate was valued at about one billion dollars.

I find that clients often use the terms "estate tax" and "inheritance tax" interchangeably. Usually, that isn't a problem, and I know exactly what they are talking about. However, in New Jersey there really is a distinction between the "estate tax" and the "inheritance tax."

In a unanimous decision, the New Jersey Supreme Court recently ruled that the estate of a deceased spouse who died while her divorce matter was pending, was entitled to assert equitable claims against the surviving spouse. The case of Kay v. Kay, 405 N.J. Super 278 (App. Div. 2009)

Lost among all of the talk about Federal estate tax repeal, is one of the greatest opportunities that Congress has given to many of my clients in years -- the uncapped Roth IRA conversion opportunity. Until 2010, a Traditional IRA could only be converted to a Roth IRA by a taxpayer with adjusted gross income of less than $100,000.

So the day that we thought would never get here, is here. On January 1, 2010, the Federal estate tax was repealed. Yes, you heard me right. There is no longer a Federal estate tax. So let's assume that when Bill Gates gets a look at the new Apple tablet computing device, he is so overcome with fear that he drops dead.

I would like to welcome you to my estate planning law blog. I am a Trusts and Estates Attorney practicing in Denville, New Jersey. I am a partner in the law firm of Einhorn, Harris, Ascher, Barbarito & Frost, P.C. I intend to use this blog as a means of communicating important ideas and changes in the law to my clients and the general public.