On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | May 28, 2020 | small business law
A celebrity chef, Richard Hales, is suing his former hotel employer after being let go. The hotel claims that they fired the chef from their in-house restaurant, Bird & Bone, for poor performance. Mr. Hales disagrees, and claims that he was shocked by the firing...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | May 1, 2020 | small business law
The only way companies can stay competitive these days is by introducing exciting new products, creating new ideas and working on projects surreptitiously. The element of secrecy is often of the utmost importance to remain competitive in their field, for fear that...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Apr 16, 2020 | small business law
Closing a business can be a massive undertaking, regardless of whether it was planned or unexpected. When a New Jersey business owner is unable or unwilling to follow the plan of succession that they have put into place they may need to work quickly and efficiently to...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Feb 18, 2020 | small business law
If you are a small business owner or looking to work for one, you may be interested in the subject of noncompete agreements. A noncompete agreement is a clause as a condition of employment that does not take effect until after the employment agreement between employee...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Dec 1, 2019 | small business law
With such a shortage in the trucking industry, now may be an ideal time for entrepreneurs who want to launch their own trucking company. Here are some of the considerations people may face as they enter this potentially lucrative field. Business plan The typical...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Nov 4, 2019 | small business law
When business owners in New Jersey like you first start out on your business ventures, having a succession plan is likely one of the farthest things from your mind. However, these plans are actually quite important and you will want to have one ready to go sooner than...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Aug 22, 2019 | small business law
You may feel as if starting a business is just a dream, but that is exactly what many women are doing: leaving their jobs and becoming entrepreneurs. Forbes reports that 40% of the new entrepreneurs are women. The reasons for starting their own businesses are as...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Aug 21, 2019 | small business law
Your New Jersey business has taken off, and you need help. Before you place an ad for an employee, you may want to consider whether an independent contractor may meet your needs better. The answers to the following questions may impact your hiring decision. How much...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Aug 19, 2019 | small business law
You have started to put your business plan in motion, and you feel nearly ready to open your physical location in New Jersey. Before you proceed, have you read up on the latest government regulations? Fundera lays out a lot of the groundwork for you. Familiarize...
On behalf of Ritigstein Law, LLC | Jun 13, 2019 | small business law
Many entrepreneurs enter the business world by investing in a franchise. Franchises often have the protection of an already established brand but allow owners to be creative to distinguish their franchise from others. However, owners must walk a fine line to achieve...
