Every now and then an employer will be confronted with the conduct or behavior of an employee that creates risk for the employer. The conduct may be harassment toward a co-employee or subordinate, or may otherwise threaten the reputation or financial well-being of the employer. When these
Perhaps one of the most hotly contested areas of the law right now are disputes between employers and former employees over the lateral transfer of employees and protecting employer trade secrets when these moves occur. In a digital-centered world, all of the intellectual property, trade secrets and
The best defense and best means for avoiding a wrongful termination harassment claim is employee training. In addition to making managers aware of the types of conduct and activities that might give rise to a claim, the documentation and completion of training affords a defense to certain claims
Myriad Federal and State statutes and regulations provide considerable protection to employees in the State of New Jersey. While an employee working within the State of New Jersey remains an employee at will, unless a contract has been signed with an employer, that status does not end the legal
We live in an era of complexity when it comes to the laws and regulations that impact the employer-employee relationship. Employers confront a matrix of rules that leave them vulnerable to claims when they have failed to follow them. When an employee goes out on leave due to a medical condition, any
Contracts with local, State and Federal governments are a unique subset of contracts. At the Municipal and State levels, contractors are bound by the State’s bidding laws and the cases interpreting those laws. Many of the contracts at the State level are awarded to the lowest bidder who submits a
Byrnes O’Hern & Heugle relies on three experienced trial attorneys, all with extensive Federal and State Court experience. The firm, led by Mr. Robert Heugle, defends construction-related professionals against claims of malpractice and negligence. Mr. Heugle brings more than 31 years of
When is a creditor allowed to place a lien on your property? After a creditor sues you and wins a judgment in court, the judgment can become a lien on all real estate owned by the debtor. Law Division judgments for money damages are a lien against any real estate owned by the defendant in the
Just about every construction job in New Jersey requires some form of contract. Home improvement contractors are bound by various New Jersey statutes to put their jobs in writing and include certain terms including start date, finish date and price. The larger the job, the more detailed the contract
Mr. Robert Heugle chairs the Construction Litigation practice group at The law firm of Byrnes O’Hern & Heugle. Mr. Heugle has extensive experience in construction-related litigation, representing national and local businesses in both Federal and State court. The firm’s representation of
Slip and fall or premises liability accidents are a significant subset of the personal injury claims filed every year in the State of New Jersey. When someone is injured on the property of another, the availability of financial relief can often depend on the use of the property and the activities
Almost everyone has access to a motor vehicle. And if you don’t own or drive one yourself, you are likely frequently the passenger in a motor vehicle. Moreover, even a pedestrian walking down the street is at risk of injury from a motor vehicle. It remains the case that many of the civil cases
Personal Injury Litigation Attorneys Serving Clients in New Jersey and New York Byrnes O’Hern & Heugle aggressively pursues claims on behalf of those who are injured as a result of the negligence or unsafe conditions created by another person or business entity. People suffer injuries in
Business Contract Disputes: An Overview A business contract is an agreement between two parties that is enforceable by law. Business contracts are vital legal documents that guide all transactions, from the sale and purchase of a business to its daily operations. A contract dispute may occur for
With the explosion of digital content and the increasing speed with which information moves about in our digital economy, claims of unfair competition are on the rise. When an employee can download multiple gigabytes worth of data and information onto a one-inch thumb drive and deliver it to a new
The New Jersey Legislature has passed the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act. This well-intentioned piece of legislation seeks to protect consumers from retailers’and sellers’ products, which rely upon deceptive advertising or otherwise overstate the value or suitability of their products. However, the
The relationship between a franchisor and a franchisee in New Jersey is governed by the New Jersey Franchise Practices Act. In New Jersey, franchisees enjoy considerable protection. However, before a franchisee can enjoy these protections, it must prove that it meets the definition of
The value of a business can be a focal point for disputes within a closely held business. Many corporate agreements, such as Shareholder Agreements, Operating Agreements or Partnership Agreements, establish values for ownership interests held by the owners. However, these provisions often require
Successfully maintaining a working partnership is never easy. While many firms enjoy long and prosperous business relationships among their owners, disputes can arise. These disputes can be complicated by family relationships and friendships. The roles of owners evolve and the value of one owner may
The Monmouth County, NJ attorneys at Byrnes O’Hern & Heugle work with business clients to develop and cultivate strategies that make commercial litigation the strategy of last resort. Lawsuits are expensive, time-consuming and stressful. But sometimes they are unavoidable. When a dispute is
