The Freedom To Read Act (N.J.S.A. 18A:34A-1 et seq.) was signed into law on December 9, 2024 and affirms the right of students, educators, and communities to access diverse and age-appropriate...

By Amy Houck-Elco, Esq. A new law signed by Governor Murphy in July creates an Individualized Education Program (IEP) improvement working group and requires school districts to provide parents or...

August is Make-A-Will Month, and it is the perfect reminder that having a will is not just for the rich or the elderly—it is for everyone. Whether you are just...

By Nicholas Talvacchia and Ben Ojserkis The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) announced earlier this week that it intends to modify the Resilient Environments and Landscapes (REAL) coastal...

By Amy Houck-Elco, Esq. On July 9, 2025, Governor Phil Murphy signed a legislative package establishing a framework for expanding access to free, high-quality preschool and full-day kindergarten throughout New...

By Kasi Marie Gifford, Esq. June 2025 – U.S. Supreme Court Decision Impacts Parental Rights and Curriculum Policies In a significant decision for public school districts nationwide, the U.S. Supreme...

By Craig Panholzer On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed H.R.1, titled the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (the “Act”) into law. The Act contains important changes to the Internal...

By Steven F. Land, Esquire On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed H.R.1, titled the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (the “Act”) into law. The Act contains important changes to...

By Kathleen F. Beers, Esquire Long weekends, warm weather, and open water—boating season is in full swing. But before you head out on the lake, river, or ocean, take a...