Commercial Litigation

Securing a contract with a new business partner prompts excitement within any business in New Jersey given what such an agreement represents. Contractual work means continued stability for a company provided that they do nothing expressly forbidden by the contract's...

When it comes to commercial litigation, one of the fastest-growing procedures in this area of law is that of alternative dispute resolutions. Through this legal process, parties on both sides of a conflict can work together with the help of a neutral third party to...

If you and your company are about to become involved in a major lawsuit, it may be to your advantage to engage in New Jersey’s Complex Business Litigation Program. The New Jersey Judiciary explains that the purpose of this special program is to more easily resolve...

Unsecured creditors and secured lenders may protect their assets from a debtor's insolvency. Regardless of the nature or severity of a debtor's financial issues, creditors may file a legal action to recover unpaid obligations. As described by the Administrative Office...

Some of the reasons that may cause a franchisee to decide to terminate a contract prior to its expiration include fraud or misrepresentation. Franchisors providing false or misleading financial statements may have engaged in deception, as noted by Franchise Gator....

Persons that have their own businesses, like all businesses, need a workspace from which to carry out their business activities. When faced with obtaining commercial space, business owners have the choice between buying and leasing. Since buying is often more...

A new state law allows wineries in New Jersey to host weddings and other types of special events. However, in recent business litigation, the Borough of West Cape May alleges that Willow Creek Winery is not complying with the conditions required in the new...

Terminal Construction Corp. has appealed a decision from a superior court judge that upheld the awarding of a construction contract to build the Bergen County Justice Center given to a rival company. A state appellate judge issued a temporary stay on Aug. 4 for the...

New Jersey residents may be interested in the outcome of an intellectual property dispute between Morningstar Inc. and Business Logic Holding Corp. According to the terms worked out in the agreement, Morningstar will pay $61 million to Business Logic in exchange for a...

New Jersey businesses may be interested in the story of one company who has settled a potentially-lengthy litigation over a data security breach. The dispute has gone away, but one of the parties wishes that the issue went to trial.In November 2011, 12 fraudulent...