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Digital Purchases, Digital Rights, And What You Really Get

People talk about digital media as if they owned it. "I bought that movie." "I own that album." Money changed hands, so the content should be there whenever you want it, right? The platforms sure make it sound that way when they're taking your payment. But the legal reality behind most digital purchases is far narrower than consumers expect.

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Jan 269 min read

Deepfakes, Workplace Harassment, and Current Case Law

Employers and employees are now dealing with a fact pattern that would have sounded exotic a few years ago: a realistic, manipulated image o

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Jan 238 min read

Christmas Eve: Navigating Legal Risks with Care

A residential host owes social guests a duty to warn about known hazards that guests are unlikely to discover and to act with reasonable care when activities create risk. Loose handrails, dim stair lighting, slick tile at the entry, curled rugs near the table, and extension cords across walk paths are classic sources of claims.

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Dec 22, 20256 min read

Home Improvement Emergencies And Winter Compliance In New Jersey

A contractor who responds to a midnight call must still reduce the work to writing once the scene is safe. For jobs over a modest dollar threshold, New Jersey requires a written contract that identifies the parties, the business address, the contractor’s New Jersey registration number, the scope of work in plain language, the total price or a firm method of calculation, and estimated start and completion dates.

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Nov 26, 20258 min read

The Period of Discovery in New Jersey Civil Litigation

Discovery is the phase of litigation where each side exchanges information and evidence that will be used at trial.

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Oct 17, 20254 min read

Fall Retail Rush and Liability Risks for Business Owners

As fall approaches, many New Jersey retailers and small businesses experience an increase in customer traffic. The back-to-school season blends into early holiday shopping, and businesses that are unprepared can face serious liability risks.

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Oct 15, 20254 min read

Understanding the Role of Expert Witnesses in Civil Litigation

Their role in litigation is defined by the Rules of Evidence and the New Jersey Court Rules, and their impact can determine the outcome of a case.

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Oct 10, 20255 min read

Breach of Contract in New Jersey: What Remedies Are Available?

When one party fails to perform its obligations under a contract, the law recognizes that the other party is entitled to a remedy. In New Jersey, the remedies for breach of contract are not limited to one option.

Peter Lamont, Esq.

Oct 8, 20255 min read