The Addition Expands the IP Practice and Capabilities in Connecticut Meeting the Growing Demands of the Market McCarter & English, LLP, today announced that Michael Gnibus has joined the firm’s Stamford office as a partner in its Intellectual Property group. Gnibus brings more than 20 Continue Reading
Are Nonprofit Hospitals Immune to FTC’s Non-compete Ban?
The FTC final rule, which forbids new non-compete contracts and bans organizations from enforcing existing non-competes with only a few exceptions, takes effect 120 days after its April 30th publication in the Federal Register. McCarter & English Partner Khaled Klele spoke with Fierce Healthcare Continue Reading
Appellate Panel Gives Town’s Cannabis Objectors Another Day in Court
A New Jersey appeals court has ordered the reinstatement of a lawsuit over plans to let cannabis retailers, consumption lounges, and delivery services operate in Highland Park, NJ, giving local residents another chance to state their objections. The appellate court also affirmed a decision by Continue Reading
David Kott Argues in the New Jersey Supreme Court in Environmental Regulation Case
On May 2, 2024 David Kott presented oral argument in the New Jersey Supreme Court on behalf of amicus curiae New Jersey Business and Industry Association in In the Matter of Proposed Construction of Compressor Station. The primary issue on appeal was the applicability of Exemption 11 in the New Continue Reading
Cannabis Industry Reacts to DEA Rescheduling
The DEA has agreed to reschedule cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III narcotic. While some legal professionals and advocacy groups within the industry consider this a move in the right direction, others have expressed concerns over the reclassification’s impact on equity, social justice, and Continue Reading
Biden Administration Just Took Huge Step to Reclassify Weed. Here’s What It Means for N.J.
In a major move, President Joe Biden’s administration plans to reclassify weed as a less harmful substance, which could lay the groundwork for more medical research and help cannabis businesses in New Jersey and beyond. Citing sources, the Associated Press reported that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Continue Reading
Court Says Chubb’s Bid to Deny Sex-Abuse Coverage for Archdiocese of New York May Advance
A New York state appeals court has reversed a lower-court ruling that dismissed an insurer’s lawsuit in a case involving liabilities related to sex-abuse claims against the Archdiocese of New York. Sheri Pastor, Chair of McCarter’s Insurance Recovery Practice, spoke with The Wall Street Journal and Continue Reading
Noncompete Decision: N.J. Lawyers Express Some Concern — And a Lot of Caution
The Federal Trade Commission’s ban of most noncompete agreements has the business community on edge with the ruling set to go into effect in 120 days. Hugh Murray, Chair of McCarter’s Labor & Employment Practice spoke with ROI-NJ about the ruling and offered a bit of advice for business owners. Continue Reading
Susan Goldsmith Named Innovation Leader in Inaugural Innovate 100 Initiative
McCarter & English Partner Susan Goldsmith has been recognized for her exceptional leadership and contributions to New Jersey’s economy and innovative spirit by Innovate New Jersey in partnership with the New Jersey Business & Industry Association and Middlesex County, in its inaugural Continue Reading
4 Things Attys Should Know about NJ’s $56B Spending Plan
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has created a spending plan that furthers his vision of making the state an innovator in offshore wind and AI. Also part of the spending plan is a proposed corporate transit fee and warehouse tax that has raised concerns among business groups across the state. Continue Reading