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  1. Bought a New Home? Don’t Forget to Update Your Estate Plan.

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD As a rule, all adults should have a written plan in place that clearly defines their wishes regarding the distribution of their property.  This plan, known as an estate plan, is meant to provide clear instructions regarding the distribution of wealth in the event an individual is involved in a…

  2. Consistency is Key: How LLC Operating Agreement Language Can Unintentionally Thwart Estate Planning Intentions

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD When drafting incorporating documents, small businesses are commonly encouraged to consider business succession issues upon the death of one of its members.  However, many often do not realize that consistency between an operating agreement and an estate plan is extremely important. In many cases, if a conflict arises between an…

  3. United States Department of Labor Proposes New Rule to Help Determine Independent Contractor Status

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD Last week, the Wage and Hour Division of the United States Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed a new rule meant to modify the existing regulations governing the classification of workers as either independent contractors or employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The distinction between the two…

  4. New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Provides Clarity on Physical Therapists’ Employment

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD On July 28, 2022, the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (NJSBPT) determined that a New Jersey licensed physical therapist (PT) may be employed by a non-profit corporation or a corporation owned by a non-licensee.  In each case, however, the PT must: Act independently in their practice of physical…

  5. Social Media and Free Speech: What the McVey Case Tells Employers About the Importance of Having a Social Media Policy

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD Earlier this year, the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, heard the matter of McVey v. AtlantiCare Medical System Inc., and concluded that private employers can terminate employees for social media behavior that contravenes their business interests. On June 17, 2020, only weeks after the death of George Floyd, it…

  6. P.L.2022, C.101: What You Need to Know about New Jersey’s Healthcare Facility Successorship Bill

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD On August 18, 2022, Governor Phil Murphy signed the Healthcare Facility Successorship Bill (the “Bill”) into law.  The new law (P.L.2022, C.101) takes effect in mid-November.  Applicable to all sales, transfers and any other arrangements that affect the control of a healthcare entity after the effective date, it’s purpose is to…

  7. Executive Order No. 295: Governor Murphy establishes certification program for LGBQT+ – owned businesses

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD On May 3, 2022, Governor Murphy signed Executive Order No. 295; requiring the inclusion of LGBTQ+-owned businesses in New Jersey’s existing Minority and/or Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) program. The M/WBE program, is a certificate program meant to help businesses access contracts with government entities.  Effective immediately, the order requires that…

  8. Firm Achievements: Campanella Law Office Principal Gina Campanella To Be Featured in the 2022 Top 100 Attorneys Magazine

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD Campanella Law Office is pleased to announce that Gina L. Campanella, founder and principal of the firm, will be featured in the 2022 Top 100 Attorneys Magazine. The 2022 Top 100 Attorneys Magazine features one hundred men and women, who are making an impact within their field of law.  Featured…

  9. New York Adopts Full Practice Authority Legislation for Nurse Practitioners

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD Earlier this month, with the passing of its budget, New York became the 25th state to grant full and independent practice authority to nurse practitioners (NPs).  Intended to promote access to care, help attract and retain nurses, and address healthcare disparities among different communities, the new legislation  eliminates regulatory barriers…

  10. #STOPTHESTIGMA: President Biden expected to sign the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act into law

    By: Cristina N. Hyde, JD Last week, President Biden gave his State of the Union address where he emphasized his administration’s commitment to focus on our nation’s growing mental health crisis.  In conjunction with the President’s address, the White House released a Fact Sheet that further explained the Biden administration’s vision to transform how mental health…