Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Common Provisions in a Living Will in New Jersey
A living will allows New Jersey residents to set clear instructions for end-of-life medical care. The document clarifies the treatments should be provided, withheld, or withdrawn if you cannot communicate your wishes. Without one, critical health care decisions may fall to family members or even the courts. At Poulos LoPiccolo PC, we have extensive… Read More »
Who Should Serve as a Trustee for a Special Needs Trust?
Estate planning is complicated, especially if you have a loved one with special needs. A special needs trust is an estate planning vehicle that lets you leave money or property to a special needs loved one without undermining their eligibility for public benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid. As with any… Read More »
Amazon Files Lawsuit to Stop New York State Labor Law
According to a report from Law360, Amazon has filed a lawsuit against the State of New York in effort to stop a labor law that it contends is preempted by the federal National Labor Relations Act (NLRA). The Trump Administration supports the Amazon lawsuit against New York law. Here, our New York City employment… Read More »
Report: New Jersey Sues Amazon for Pregnancy Discrimination, Disability Discrimination
On October 22nd, 2025, Reuters reported that the State of New Jersey has filed an employment discrimination lawsuit against Amazon. Regulators allege, among other things, pregnancy discrimination and disability discrimination at a New Jersey-based distribution facility. In this article, our New Jersey employment attorney provides a more comprehensive overview of the case. Employment Discrimination… Read More »
DOL Recovers More than $400,000 for Workers Underpaid Under Federal Contract
On September 22nd, 2025, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) announced that it has recovered more than $400,000 in compensation for 12 workers at three different New Jersey-based contractors. These firms were paid under a federal contract. In this article, our New Jersey wage and hour attorney provides a more comprehensive overview of… Read More »
Should Married Couples in New Jersey Create an Estate Plan Together?
Married couples have unique estate planning needs. You may be wondering: If I am married should I create an estate plan with my spouse? The short answer is that your estate plans should be integrated and consistent with each other, but you both need your own will and other estate planning documents. Here, our… Read More »
Estate Planning or Young Parents: Why You Need to Name a Guardian for Your Child
Are you a parent with young kids or teenagers in New Jersey? One of the most important things that you need to do is to name a guardian for them within your will. Not naming a guardian could create very serious issues if something goes wrong. Here, our New Jersey estate planning attorney explains… Read More »
Employer in New York State Faces Lawsuit for Constructive Discharge
On September 30th, 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that an employer from New York is facing an employment lawsuit for alleged constructive discharge. A.W. Farrell & Son, Inc., a roofing company from Buffalo, is facing allegations that is effectively forced an employee to resign after it failed to address sexual harassment…. Read More »
New Jersey Minimum Wage Increase Coming on January 1st
According to a report from The National Law Review, the New Jersey state minimum wage is set to increase on January 1st, 2025. It will be more than twice as high as the federally mandated minimum wage. Here, our New Jersey wage and hour attorney provides an overview of key things to know about… Read More »
Estate Planning and Pets: An Overview of Your Two Main Options in New Jersey
According to data from World Population Review, nearly half of all households in New Jersey own a pet. Dogs, cats, and other pets can become truly beloved members of the family. Your pet should be part of your estate plan. Without a plan in place, your pet’s care could become uncertain if you pass… Read More »
