Happy New Year from OlenderFeldman! As we head into 2026, New Jersey employers should be aware of an important administrative change that may affect how you receive unemployment-related notices and communicate with the State. New Jersey is continuing its push to move employer interactions with the Department of Labor online, and there’s a new requirement…
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Top Privacy Litigation Trends Every Business Should Know – Protecting Your Business from Serial Privacy Lawsuits
Summary As many of you know, there has been a surge in privacy litigation across California and the nation, targeting ordinary business practices involving website tracking and video streaming. With statutory damages ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, these cases can quickly escalate into seven-figure exposures—even for small businesses. This alert identifies some of…
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I Received A Demand Letter, Now What? Initial Steps Businesses Should Take
In uncertain economic climates, it’s common to see a rise in demand letters as businesses experiencing or anticipating financial pressure are motivated to pursue faster, lower-cost mechanisms to resolve disputes. A “demand letter” is a formal written communication from a party (often a vendor, current or former business partner, creditor, or other counterparty) asserting a…
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Thinking About Becoming a Partner? Five Issues Every Professional Should Consider Before Saying “Yes”
For many professionals — lawyers, doctors, accountants, architects, and others — being invited to become a partner in your firm is the proverbial brass ring. It signifies the firm’s recognition of your skill, leadership, and individual contribution to the firm’s success. But it’s also a business decision, and one that carries both rights and obligations…
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