When divorced parents don’t agree on vaccinations for their children, what happens? The pandemic has brought to light a question that has been around for some time – when divorced parents don’t agree on vaccinations, what happens? The choice of whether to get children vaccinated may not be an easy one to make for manyRead more
Discovery and social media Everyone seems to live on their phones and social media these days— Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, Whats Ap, YouTube, Snapchat, Messenger, LinkedIn, etc. —posting updates, stories, blogs, videos, you name it. Did you know that this came come back to bite you, though? In family actions, “[e]xcept for summary actions andRead more
For most privately held businesses, owners’ compensation is one of the largest expenses, especially when all the related perks and hidden costs are calculated. In a divorce litigation, attorneys are going to scrutinize such compensation to determine if it accurately reflects what others would receive for similar duties in a similar setting. Reasonable compensation levelsRead more
Money matters are often at the heart of divorce disputes. If you happen to be in the midst of splitting from your spouse or are considering it, be aware that aside from the price tag of divorce there are other parts of the process that can unexpectedly end up costing you money. You should haveRead more
“Marital assets and debts are always divided equally between divorcing spouses” We have previously blogged about some of the common misconceptions pervading the divorce process in New Jersey. This blog will dispel another popular New Jersey divorce myth: Marital assets and debts are always divided equally (50/50) between divorcing spouses. Some states (e.g., California)Read more
There’s no doubt about it — going through a divorce can be an emotionally trying time. In addition to the emotional impact a divorce can have, it can also take a significant toll on post divorce finances. Consider how these steps may help you get on firmer footing: Adjust your budget: A good place to startRead more
The New Jersey Department of Children and Families (DCF) oversees the Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP), formerly known as the Division of Youth & Family Services (DYFS). DCPP has an obligation to investigate any allegation of child abuse or neglect. Many categories of people including doctors, nurses, teachers, coaches, and day care providersRead more
So your spouse just advised you that he/she wants a divorce. In most cases this is not a total surprise, but usually one spouse is much further along in the emotional and logistical process than the other. So if you are still at the starting line, here’s a few things to do right away: First,Read more
Coronavirus, College Kids and Quarantine It was that magical part of the night when your children are in bed and you finally get to relax with a cup of tea – okay, let’s be honest, a glass of wine. I took out my phone to catch up on texts. A COVID-19 case was reported inRead more
The domestic violence system in New Jersey is intended to help legitimate victims obtain the protections they need and deserve from domestic offenders. It is, however, all too common to see the New Jersey domestic violence statute (N.J.S.A. 2C:25-17, et seq.) abused and misused by litigants who do not genuinely need protection and instead seek a restrainingRead more
