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The Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program Is Closing

The Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program (OVDP) closes September 28, 2018 and account holders that fail to disclose offshore accounts will be investigated by IRS and DOJ.

Author: James F. McDonough

May 15, 2018

How Internal Cyber Audits Can Help Lower Your Company’s Cyber Security Risks

If your company does not yet conduct internal cyber audits to assess and manage your cybersecurity risks, it’s time to start. For those businesses that do, it is equally important to promptly address any vulnerabilities that are detected.

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

May 15, 2018

Business

President Trump Pledges to Protect State Marijuana Rights, Is Federal Bill Next?

Should New Jersey legalize recreational marijuana, the federal government will not interfere. At least that’s what President Donald Trump is currently promising. According to White House officials, Trump has pledged to protect state marijuana rights.

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

May 14, 2018

NJ Supreme Court Says Consumers Must Show Actual Harm in TCCWNA Suits

Class-action lawsuits under the Truth-in-Consumer Contract, Warranty & Notice Act (TCCWNA) can be devastating, even for large New Jersey businesses. Thankfully, a recent ruling by the Supreme Court of New Jersey will make it easier for businesses to defend these suits.

Author: Robert E. Levy

May 11, 2018

New Jersey

New Jersey Legislature Advancing Bill to Expand Medical Marijuana Program

The New Jersey Assembly Health and Senior Services Committee recently advanced legislation that aims to expand the state’s medical marijuana program. A-3740-3437 (the “Bill”), would expand access to medical marijuana for patients as well as clear the way for additional alternative treatment centers (ATCs).

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

May 10, 2018

How the Tax Reform Law Affects The Business Entity Selection

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 dramatically changed how businesses approach tax planning, including business entity selection. Businesses large and small, including publicly traded funds like KKR, are rethinking entity selection to address the impact of the new law.

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

May 8, 2018

Earned Sick Leave Becomes the Law in New Jersey

On May 2, New Jersey became the 10th state in the country with a paid sick leave law. Under the new Earned Sick and Safe Days Act (Act), workers are entitled to at least five sick days a year, earning one hour of paid sick time for every 30 hours they work. Employers must pay workers for earned sick leave at the same rate of pay, and with the same benefits, as the employee normally earns.

Author: John G. Geppert

May 7, 2018

New Jersey

What is the Process for Obtaining New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Licenses?

New Jersey is working toward legalization of recreational marijuana and the State is actively expanding its medical marijuana program. Licensing of marijuana retailers and additional medical dispensaries will be critical components of these efforts. Two bills currently in committee give indications of how New Jersey plans to proceed with such licensing.

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

May 7, 2018

New Jersey

NJBiz Panel Discussion, "Business of Cannabis," May 22, 2018

SH Attorney, Dan McKillop, To Speak in NJBiz Event: Business of Cannabis Daniel T. McKillop, is Chair of Scarinci Hollenbeck’s Cannabis Law practice group. He is speaking in an event entitled,”Business of Cannabis: A Panel Discussion”. The event, hosted by NJBiz, features a panel of several industry experts. They will discuss the regulatory, financial, and operating […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

May 3, 2018

Is ADA Reform on the Horizon?

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Americans with Disabilities Act Education and Reform Act of 2017, which is intended to curb frivolous disability lawsuits that are designed to rake in damages rather than increase accessibility.

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

April 25, 2018

Federal Court to Address Key Issue Impacting Medical Cannabis Dispensaries

A federal judge recently agreed to decide a case that could have a significant impact on medical cannabis dispensaries across the country. The dispute centers on whether a deed restriction that forbids any “unlawful” purpose can be used to prohibit the operation of a medical marijuana dispensary.

Author: Daniel T. McKillop

April 24, 2018

Medical Cannabis

Social Justice Arguments in favor of Marijuana Legalization

In supporting the legalization of marijuana in New Jersey, Governor-elect Phil Murphy is not focused solely on the potential revenue the cannabis industry could generate for the state. Rather, he is also a vocal proponent of decriminalizing the drug as a means to promote social justice. “The criminalization of marijuana has only served to clog […]

Author: Donald Scarinci

April 24, 2018

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