Millville Legal Issues Blog
Forming a limited liability company
People in New Jersey should know about the benefits of setting up businesses as limited liability companies. Unlike a sole proprietorship or partnership, an LLC separates the business's liability from the owner's. There are other important advantages to forming an...
New Jersey township considers medical marijuana zoning
None of the six medical marijuana dispensaries currently operating in New Jersey are located in Monmouth County, but that could soon change. Ocean Township officials voted unanimously in early July to move a proposed change to the town’s zoning laws forward. The new...
How rich do you have to be to have an estate plan?
Estate planning helps people ensure which of their friends and family will receive certain assets. Proper estate planning can also avoid inheritance taxes and disputes between loved ones about who should get what from an estate. While estate planning offers a lot, how...
Variables to consider when acquiring commercial space
While some New Jersey business owners may be able to run their companies from home, this is not always possible. Those who need to acquire commercial space will have to consider several variables when deciding whether they want to lease or purchase it. Depending on...
Tips for dealing with an insurance company
Insurance companies rarely make their best settlement offer after a New Jersey car accident. Thus, it is in one's best interest to view the first offer that they receive from an insurance company as exactly that. An accident victim does not have to accept the opening...
Why rural roads are more of a safety threat to drivers
New Jersey drivers may not be aware of this, but rural roads are more dangerous than urban roads. There are several reasons for this, starting with the fact that most drivers are not as familiar with traveling rural roads. They may have a false idea of what it...
Living wills in the state of New Jersey
Some people who are creating an estate plan might want a living will as part of it. A living will outlines a person's wishes for health care, including end-of-life care, in the event of incapacity. Laws regarding living wills differ from state to state, and in New...
5 Traits of a good business partner
You have dreams of starting a business, are working out the details, or have been in thick of your vision for years now. Are you a sole business owner? That's great, but if you've been considering bringing on a partner to help carry the load? Are you searching for a...
Steps to creating an estate plan
Some people in New Jersey may have postponed creating an estate plan because they think only wealthy individuals need to make an estate plan or because they are concerned about the complexity of the process. However, an estate plan is important to ensure that an...
The landmark case that created the Miranda warning
When criminal suspects are taken into custody in New Jersey and around the country, police officers are required to inform them that they have a right to remain silent and speak with an attorney. They are also told that an attorney will be provided for them if they...
