Tortious Contractual Interference in New Jersey

January 11, 2024

In a free-market economy, competitors can generally pursue prospective clients in any fashion as long as the pursuit does not run afoul of the law. At times, however, this pursuit could give rise to a claim of tortious interference with a prospective economic advantage should certain factors be present. Under …

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Cirrus SR22T Engine Failures: Is the Aircraft Properly Certified?

January 10, 2024

At least a half dozen Cirrus SR22T aircraft have lost power on takeoff and crashed. According to the National Transportation Board, in each case the aircraft pumped too much fuel to the engine, causing it to flood.  That remains ongoing danger. According to the National Transportation Safety Board:  until …

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What is a Negligent Hiring Claim in New Jersey?

January 10, 2024

Employers’ employees often encounter other members of the public. Those interactions can lead to litigation. For example, as addressed in one of my prior blog posts, an employee could be accused of sexually harassing a customer, vendor, or other third party. As discussed in that prior blog post, that could …

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Navigating Settlement Offers After an Accident in Florida

January 10, 2024

Recovering from a personal injury accident is a challenging process, both physically and emotionally. Amidst the myriad concerns, dealing with settlement offers from insurance companies adds another layer of complexity. Determining whether to accept a settlement offer is a critical decision that requires careful consideration. In this comprehensive guide, …

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Employee’s Duty of Loyalty to Employer

January 9, 2024

While everyone is undoubtedly aware that an employee is not lawfully permitted to steal from his/her employer, the next logical question concerns what specifically are an employee’s legal obligations during their course of employment. In general, in New Jersey, an employee has a duty in the course of their employment …

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