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Paying for work is not the same as owning it. Learn how intellectual property ownership actually works in New Jersey, why your employee and contractor agreements may be leaving your business exposed, and the steps to secure your copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. From the Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont.

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Thaler v. Perlmutter, leaving the human authorship rule in place. If your business uses AI to create logos, marketing copy, or designs, you may not own the result. Learn what AI-generated content means for copyright protection in New Jersey and how to protect your work. From the Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont, serving Bergen County and all of New Jersey.

Five contract mistakes that expose New Jersey home improvement contractors to Consumer Fraud Act claims, treble damages, and unpaid invoices, and the fixes for each. Contract guidance from the Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont in Bergen County, NJ.

AI can draft a business contract in seconds, but polished text is not protection. A New Jersey contract attorney explains what AI gets wrong, what it leaves out, and why a proper contract review costs far less than a lawsuit. Contact the Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont to protect your business.

A personal guarantee in New Jersey can put your home, savings, and personal assets on the line for your company's debts. Learn how personal guarantees work in commercial leases, business and credit contracts, and asset purchase deals, what the 2025 Extech decision means for corporate signers, and how to limit your exposure before you sign. From the Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont, serving Bergen County and all of New Jersey.

Premises liability in New Jersey can turn a backyard pool party or BBQ into a costly lawsuit. This guide explains what homeowners owe their guests, the attractive nuisance rules for pools and trampolines, social host liability for serving alcohol, dog bite and slip and fall risks, and why homeowners insurance may not be enough. Learn the practical steps that protect your home, and contact the Law Offices of Peter J. Lamont for guidance.

Oral contracts in New Jersey are sometimes enforceable, and sometimes not. A NJ business litigation attorney explains the statute of frauds, partnership disputes, and what to do instead of relying on a handshake this summer.

Contracts are the foundation of every small business, but a poorly drafted agreement can cost a New Jersey business everything. Learn what an attorney looks for in a contract review, the most common mistakes small businesses make, and why investing in legal review is one of the smartest decisions you can make.