Monthly Archives: October 2025
Retaliation is Unlawful, but Proving it Can Be Challenging
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) explains that retaliation happens when an employer “treats applicants, employees or former employees, or people closely associated with these individuals less favorably based on the fact that they exercised a right.” Federal and state labor laws protect workers against retaliation, but it can be quite challenging to prove…. Read More »
Do Estates Always Go Through Probate in New Jersey?
When a loved one passes away, family members are often left wondering how the estate will be handled under New Jersey law. Probate is the legal process of validating a will and overseeing the distribution of assets, but not every estate is required to go through the full probate process. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC,… Read More »
Wage Theft is a Big Problem: An Overview of Common Examples
According to research cited by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI), employees in the United States lose out on more than $50 billion per year due to wage theft. It is a very serious problem. At Poulos LoPiccolo, we fight hard to combat wage theft. Our wage and hour lawyers handle the full range of… Read More »
Four Errors that Could Render a New Jersey Will Invalid
A properly drafted will is the foundation of any estate plan in New Jersey. Unfortunately, mistakes during the creation or execution of a will can cause significant legal problems for families after a loved one’s passing. If a will is found to be invalid, the estate may be distributed under state intestacy laws rather… Read More »
Employment Law in New York: Captive Audience Meetings
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) was considering regulation that restricted so-called “captive audience meetings” in the workplace. However, change in administration has stalled the rule-making process. In the meantime, New York has initiated its own statewide restrictions. In this article, our New York City employment attorney provides a more detailed overview of the… Read More »
Know the Three Most Common Reasons Why Workers File Wrongful Termination Claims
New Jersey is an at-will employment law state. Employers do not necessarily need “just cause” to terminate a worker. With that being said, businesses and organizations cannot fire or lay off a worker for an illegal reason. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we handle all types of wrongful termination cases. In this article, our New… Read More »
Four Things that Could Go Wrong if You Do Not Have a Business Succession Plan
Are you a small business owner in New Jersey? If so, you undoubtedly spend a lot of time planning for the future. If you lack a comprehensive business succession plan, you are not fully prepared. Every business owner in New Jersey should have a succession plan. It is an important part of estate planning…. Read More »
Estate Planning for Married Couples: Do Both Spouses Need an Estate Plan?
If you are married, you may be wondering whether it is worth the time and expense for both you and your spouse to create independent estate plans. The answer is a clear and resounding “yes.” If only one spouse has an estate plan, that leaves serious gaps. Here, our New Jersey estate planning lawyer… Read More »
