When a company enters Chapter 11 bankruptcy, many assume the process will culminate in a lengthy reorganization plan. However, distressed businesses are increasingly being sold through a different mechanism—a sale under Section 363 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Understanding how Section 363 sales work can help business owners, lenders, investors, and prospective purchasers identify opportunities and avoid costly surprises in bankruptcy asset transactions.

Litigation involves more than just winning in court—it requires strategic decision-making about when to pursue settlement versus continued legal action. This framework examines the critical factors business owners and their counsel must evaluate, from assessing legal strengths and business objectives to understanding the true costs and risks of protracted disputes.

After a period of delayed enforcement, compliance is now required for several provisions of Reese's Law (P.L. 117-171), which mandates federal safety requirements for button cell or coin batteries.

Even when businesses work diligently to minimize the risk of ending up in court, there are situations when business litigation is unavoidable.

Construction defects—from design flaws to code violations—can compromise a building's safety and value, leading to complex disputes involving contractors, architects, and multiple parties. Understanding the five most common causes of construction defect litigation and the legal theories that support these claims is essential for protecting your interests.

New Jersey personal guaranty liability is a critical issue for business owners who regularly sign contracts on behalf of their companies.

If you are asking the question, "Why would I get a letter from the Office of the Attorney General," it is imperative to take immediate action.

Angela Turiano specializes in securities, regulatory, and employment litigation, representing financial institutions and their advisors in arbitrations, litigation, and regulatory matters.

The Hackensack Riverkeepers, a non-profit organization, first petitioned the EPA to consider assigning the Hackensack River Superfund status in February 2015.

Restrictive covenants are common in real estate transactions, and they can impact you whether you purchase or lease property. Because a restrictive covenant can limit...

New Jersey developers and contractors may now benefit from the NJ sales tax exemption for contractors under a new law designed to support the construction and improvement...

If you purchase real property from a foreign person or entity, you may be required to withhold taxes from your payment to the seller under the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA).

All types of boundary disputes between property owners are complex and can easily become contentious.

States have a problem. As costs and expenses rise, they must find new ways to raise revenue that is politically palatable that the taxpayers can live with.

Captain Cannabis continues to make a name for himself, with the comic book character now linked with binding trademark precedent.

Purchasing commercial property in New Jersey requires careful examination of local zoning regulations that could significantly impact your development plans or intended use. Understanding whether existing structures comply with current zoning laws, and whether your proposed use is permitted, can prevent costly legal complications and project delays down the road.

Breach of contract cases and other business disputes become significantly more complicated when international borders are involved. International arbitration provides...

The Federal Circuit Court of Appeals upended decades of case law in a recent decision involving design patents. In LKQ Corp. v. GM Global Technology Operations LLC...

A nearly four-decade feud between the former co-owners of two New York limited liability companies (LLCs) serves as a cautionary tale for all owners of closely held businesses.

For pet owners who consider their animals family members, a pet trust provides a legally enforceable mechanism to ensure continued care if the owner becomes incapacitated or dies. Both New Jersey and New York now explicitly authorize these arrangements, allowing funds to be set aside and trustees to be appointed with enforceable duties to act in the animal's best interests.