Insights & News
Temporary Relief to Public Notice Requirement in Printed Publications
Nearly 50 years ago, the New Jersey Legislature approved the Open Public Meeting Act (P.L. 1975, Chapter 231), popularly known as the “Sunshine Law.”
New Jersey State Law Now Codifies the “Freedom to Read”
On December 9, 2024, Governor Murphy signed P.L. 2024, Chapter 96 into law. This statute, entitled the “Freedom to Read” Act, mandates that school districts adopt a policy dictating how library materials are selected and how removal requests are addressed.
U.S. News and World Report Names CLM&C to “Best Law Firms” List for 13th Year in a Row
Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC was honored to be named to the list of “Best Law Firms” in the 2025 edition U.S. News and World Report – Best Lawyers.
Cheyne R. Scott Selected to “New Leaders of the Bar” List
Cheyne R. Scott has been named to the 2024 “New Leaders of the Bar” list by the New Jersey Law Journal.
Part-Time Employment May Require Full-Time Health Benefits
Recently, an arbitrator with the New Jersey Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) determined that a school district is obligated to provide health benefits to part-time teaching assistants, or paraprofessionals, under P.L.2020, c.4 (“Chapter 44”).
Maria P. Vallejo Receives Trailblazer Award from APALA-NJ
Congratulations to Maria P. Vallejo on receiving the APALA-NJ Trailblazer Award at its 25th Annual Gala!
Board Member Election Reminders
Each November (or April) the future of your district is redefined as school board candidates share their visions and ideas with your community.
How a Decision from the District Court of Kansas May Impact Your New Jersey School District
A recent preliminary injunction granted by a federal district court in Kansas may apply to certain school districts in New Jersey, and you may not know anything about it.
2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® Recognizes Record Number of CLM&C Attorneys
Eleven Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo, PC attorneys are in the latest editions of the Best Lawyers® lists, a new Firm record.
CLM&C Defense Department Receives Honors and Speaks at 2024 NJDA Convention
Several attorneys from CLMC's Defense Department received honors and presented seminars at the 2024 New Jersey Defense Association Annual Convention in Manchester, Vermont.
Peter F. Bariso, Longtime Judge and Prolific CLE Speaker, to Receive NJSBF 2024 Medal of Honor
The New Jersey State Bar Foundation is proud to bestow the 2024 Medal of Honor, the Foundation’s most prestigious award, to Hon. Peter F. Bariso, Jr., A.J.S.C (Ret.)
Bill S-2930 Reforms Access to Public Records Under OPRA
On June 5, Governor Murphy signed into law Bill S-2930 which will become effective on September 3, 2024. The Bill modernizes the State’s existing OPRA law, creating a more cohesive framework for requestors attempting to gain access to documents that are created and maintained by public officials.