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Under Executive Order 136, Gov. Phil Murphy suspended the NJDEP 90-day deadline for making decisions on environmentally-related construction permit applications New Jersey developers should be prepared for environmental permits to take longer amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Under Executive Order 136, Gov. Phil Murphy suspended the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (NJDEP) 90-day deadline […]

NJDEP recently issued a COVID-19 Alert regarding its approach to compliance and enforcement during the ongoing public health emergency… On April 21, 2020, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) issued a COVID-19 Alert regarding its approach to compliance and enforcement during the ongoing public health emergency. The Alert advises that the Department is […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in permanent changes to several of New Jersey’s Leave Laws The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has resulted in permanent changes to the New Jersey Earned Sick Leave Law (NJESL), New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA), and the New Jersey Temporary Disability Benefits Law (NJ TDBL). The most significant changes involve the […]

For cleaning and environmental firms seeking to capitalize on new opportunities as a result of COVID-19, it is imperative to fully consider the legal risks Cleaning and environmental firms are in demand, as businesses strive to deter the spread of COVID-19 and keep their customers, employees and premises safe. For businesses seeking to capitalize on […]

On April 23, 2020, Federal Relief was made available to New Jersey School Districts… On April 23, 2020, U.S. Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos announced New Jersey’s allocation of funds as relief approved through the CARES Act P.L. No. 116-136 and the Elementary and Secondary School Education Relief Fund (ESSER Fund).  New Jersey was allocated a […]

The EEOC answered some FAQ’s for employers seeking guidance on how to handle the risk of COVID-19 in the workplace For New York and New Jersey employers looking for guidance on how to handle the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the workplace, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is answering some common questions. The latest […]

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3904 permits the use of virtual instruction to meet 180-day minimum school year requirement and requires all employees be paid as if school is open New Jersey Assembly Bill A3904, permitting the use of virtual or remote instruction to meet the minimum 180 day school year requirement upon Commissioner approval of […]

Gov. Phil Murphy recently signed Executive Order No. 123 (EO 123), which extended the grace periods during which certain insurance companies will not be able to cancel policies for nonpayment of premiums… On April 9, 2020, Gov. Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 123 (EO 123), which extended the grace periods during which certain insurance companies, including […]

Currently, the SEC does not appear to be inclined to extend deadlines for compliance with new Regulation BI and application of Form CRS… Currently, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) does not appear to be inclined to extend deadlines for compliance with new Regulation BI and application of Form CRS. Members can expect that OCIE inspections after June 30 […]

The U.S. Copyright Office has extended certain deadlines to accommodate copyright owners… The U.S. Copyright Office has extended certain deadlines to accommodate copyright owners that are prevented from completing or submitting applications for copyright registration or other documents for filing with the Copyright Office due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Much like the trademark and patent […]

Thanks to technology, New Jersey planning and zoning boards of adjustment have a range of options to facilitate virtual and telephonic public meetings... While New Jersey zoning and planning boards are currently unable to meet in person, land use applications should proceed during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Thanks to technology, Planning Boards and Zoning Boards of […]

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is offering relief to intellectual property owners affected by the COVID-19 pandemic… The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is offering relief to intellectual property owners affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Most recently, the Director of the USPTO exercised his authority under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic […]