A sword available to the patentee—and a shield for the alleged infringer. The patent laws “promote the Progress of Science and Useful Arts” by rewarding innovation with a temporary monopoly. U.S. Const. art. I, § 8, cl. 8. That monopoly is a property right, and like any property right, it should have clear boundaries. The…
DetailsAssociate Matthew Gilson, who has handled various election law disputes for the Bergen County Republican Organization, was asked to once again weigh in on a recent controversy by the Bergen Record. New Jersey allows for several forms of municipal government, some of which allow for non-partisan May municipal elections. One of these towns is Cedar…
DetailsHome may be where the heart is, but legally what is “home” when it comes to voting? This question became subject to scrutiny in the 2018 Westwood Council election where Republican Ray Arroyo was eventually declared the winner after a protracted court battle. At issue was the residency of several voters who submitted ballots via…
DetailsWhen is a Facebook page or other social media account subject to OPRA? The answer may hinge on whether the page is governmental or political in nature. In a challenge brought by a resident, a judge has ruled that Carteret Mayor Dan Reiman must disclose a list of people who have been blocked by his…
DetailsNew Jersey has a long history of interpreting election statutes as liberally possible. Chief Justice Arthur Vanderbilt famous said, “Election laws are to be liberally construed so as to effectuate their purpose. They should not be construed so as to deprive voters of their franchise or so as to render an election void for technical…
DetailsBergen County’s (201) Magazine has released its annual listing of Bergen County’s Top Lawyers for 2017. We are pleased to announce that Richard Malagiere was selected for inclusion on this 2017 list. The research for the Top Lawyers list is based on a peer-review survey conducted by Professional Research Services and sent out to attorneys…
DetailsOn September 12, 2013, Joseph P. Kreoll, Esq. of The Law Offices of Richard Malagiere, P.C. gave a presentation as part of the New Jersey Police Chiefs In-Service Seminar at Galloway, New Jersey. Mr. Kreoll was invited to speak regarding the Appellate Division’s decision in the matter of Zisa v. New Jersey State PBA-LPP, 2012…
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