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As the rate of reported new COVID-19 cases in New Jersey continues to decline, Governor Murphy has begun the process of reopening the State. On May 13, 2020, the Governor issued Executive Order No. 142 (the “Order”) permitting (i) non-essential...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, on April 8, 2020, Governor Murphy issued (“Order”), which imposes further safety requirements and restrictions on all businesses in New Jersey. The primary focus of the Order is the halting of all...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

Under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (“HSR Act”), parties to certain large mergers and acquisitions or tender offers are required to file premerger notifications and await governmental review (generally, where one party has...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) has conducted multiple webinars for an overview of the H-1B Electronic Registration Process for registrants and attorneys. The system requires employers to submit online registration to be selected...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

In fiscal year 2019, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) conducted 33,401 more inspections than in the previous three years, which includes a notable increase in chemical exposure cases. While...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, now is a good time to revisit your office romance policy. Employers often shudder at the thought of workplace romances and the impact they could have on office morale and productivity. In light of the firmly...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

On January 21, 2020, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed the “dirty dirt” bill that requires businesses engaged in soil and fill recycling to comply with the background checks and licensing requirements currently imposed on the solid waste...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

In a rule proposal published in the Federal Register on January 10, 2020, the Trump administration is proposing the first significant regulatory changes to the 50-year old National Environmental Policy Act (“NEPA”) since the implementing regulations...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

CSG Labor & Employment Alert - The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently announced that in fiscal year 2019 it conducted 33,401 inspections—more inspections than the previous three years—addressing...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC

Some say it’s the most wonderful time of the year. Others are business owners or HR professionals who experience great stress at year-end due to, among other things, the company holiday party. Although the annual holiday party may be viewed as a nice...By: Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC