IRS Provides Portability Relief

Since the federal estate tax was resurrected on January 1, 2011, the IRS has allowed for the concept of portability as a valuable post-mortem planning tool for married couples.  When an individual dies, his or her estate is exempt from this tax for an amount known as the "applicable e...

Eighteen-Foot Fall from Ladder Did Not Aggravate Preexisting Back Condition

Remi Beausejour had problems with his lower back dating back to 2006, when he injured his back at work.  He had pain in his back, and down through his right leg.  An MRI showed degenerative disc disease and a disc herniation at L3-4 and L4-5 levels.  He also experienced radiculopathy...

Associate Andrea L. Schlafer Joins Capehart Scatchard

Mt. Laurel, NJ - - Capehart Scatchard is pleased to announce that Andrea L. Schlafer, Esq. recently joined the Firm’s Workers’ Compensation Department in its Mt. Laurel office. Ms. Schlafer, a Cherry Hill resident, represents insurance carriers and employers in the defense of workers...

Kramer, Scuteri, and Mignogna Voted in as Partners

Mt. Laurel, NJ - - Capehart Scatchard is pleased to announce that Kurt E. Kramer, Sergio I. Scuteri and Melissa L. Mignogna were recognized as excellent attorneys and voted in as partners of the 137 year old law firm. Mr. Kramer, a Cherry Hill resident, is a trial lawyer with over 25...

Capehart Names Shareholder Christopher J. Hoare to Executive Committee

Mt. Laurel, NJ - - Capehart Scatchard is pleased to announce that Litigation Department Chairman Christopher J. Hoare, Esq. has been named to the firm’s Executive Committee. Mr. Hoare joins shareholder and managing partner Peter S. Bejsiuk, and shareholders Besty G. Ramos, John H. Gea...
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