Monthly Archives: September 2026
Estate Planning: What Happens to the Debts that are Left Behind?
Americans have more than $18 trillion in collective personal debt. As a best practice, any debt you hold should be considered as part of your estate plan. The right strategy can help to protect the financial interests of your heirs. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we provide solutions-focused representation. In this article, our New Jersey… Read More »
What are Other Ways to Pass Property in New Jersey Besides a Will?
A last will and testament is a foundational estate planning document. However, it is not the only way to pass down property or assets in New Jersey. In fact, there are other options that can be more advantageous in certain situations. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we are committed to helping people and families find… Read More »
What is the Law for Intestacy in New Jersey?
An estate plan helps to ensure that you keep control over your own property and assets. If you pass away without a will in New Jersey, you will be classified as “intestate.” That means that state law will determine who inherits what. You will effectively give up that authority. Here, our Monmouth County estate… Read More »
Is a Sexual Joke a Type of Harassment?
Under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), employees at employers of any size in the state are protected for sexual harassment in the workplace. Hostile work environment sexual harassment is conduct that is so severe or pervasive that it would interfere with an ordinary worker’s ability to do his or her job. A… Read More »
An Overview of New York City’s Protected Time Off Rule (New Regulation)
On July 23rd, 2026, New York’s new “protected time off” rule officially went into effect. The regulation amends the Earned Safe and Sick Time Act (ESSTA) to expand the reasons that covered employees can use to take time off and to provide a bank of 32 hours of leave time that is immediately accessible… Read More »
NJDOL Announces Recovery of More than $2.5 Million for Truck Drivers
On July 29th, 2026, the New Jersey Department of Labor (NJDOL) announced that more than $2.5 million in compensation has been recovered for trucking industry workers in a major wage and hour claim. The employees in question, mostly truck drivers, were improperly classified as independent contractors. Here, our New Jersey wage and hour attorney… Read More »
How to Handle Credit Cards for a Deceased Person
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York reports that Americans have a collective $1.25 trillion in credit card debt. When a person passes away, there must be a plan of action for handling any remaining credit card debt. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we help families develop proactive estate plans and resolve issues during probate…. Read More »
Do I Still Need a Will If I Do Not Have Any Children?
If you do not have children, you may be wondering if a will is actually necessary as part of your estate plan. While there is no doubt that a will is especially crucial for parents, the reality is that all adults should have a properly drafted will. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we are leaders… Read More »
