Business partner disputes are among the most disruptive challenges a company can face. They drain time, money, and energy—and if not handled correctly, they can threaten the future of your business. Ownership disagreements, financial disputes, or conflict over growth...
Many New Jersey business owners start relationships based on trust, verbal agreements, or informal emails. And while certain oral contracts can be legally enforceable, relying on them exposes your company to unnecessary risk. A written agreement is one of the most...
Starting a business in New Jersey comes with critical decisions, and none is more important than choosing the right legal structure. Your business structure affects your taxes, liability, ownership rights, ability to raise capital, and long-term growth strategy. For...
Every business owner has to make sure they comply with state and federal law, but some industries are more heavily regulated than others. When you work with business law attorney Frank Steinberg, you can be sure your business is in compliance with all of the...
New Jersey’s anti-discrimination laws protect workers with disabilities by requiring employers to accommodate their limitations in the workplace when asked to do so. However, companies are not required to go to extreme lengths to make the workplace or the work duties...
You want to learn as much as you can about a potential employee before you hire them, but there are certain topics that are off-limits under state and federal anti-discrimination and equal employment opportunity laws. As a business owner or manager, it is essential...
If you fire a worker over the age of 40 because of their age, then yes, you could be sued for age discrimination. However, even if that is not the reason for their termination, an older worker could try to make a case for discrimination. If you are concerned about...
Understanding the difference between a labor lawyer and an employment lawyer is essential for anyone facing workplace issues in New Jersey. While both handle disputes involving workers and employers, their focus areas differ — labor lawyers represent unions and...
When you believe your employer is breaking the law in the way they are treating you, deciding what to do can be very difficult. On the one hand, you want to stand up for your rights, but on the other hand, it might not be worth the trouble. Understanding what could be...
If you believe your workplace is unsafe because your employer has failed to comply with requirements set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), you might choose to report the violation to the authorities. Under both state of New Jersey and...