Most couples who seek an end to their marriages want to do so as swiftly and cost effectively as possible. When divorcing, spouses typically face a great number of decisions regarding their future lifestyles and the care and upbringing of children, if they have any....
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Can you get fired for getting a divorce? NJ Supreme Court says no.
A recent case heard by the highest court in New Jersey questioned whether or not an employer can fire an employee simply because he or she is getting a divorce. What is this case about? The case involves an emergency medical technician who had been employed by a...
Can you get married right after a divorce?
Even if you're not technically divorced yet, you may have started thinking about your next marriage. How soon after the divorce can you legally tie the knot with someone else? Could you get divorced on Thursday and get married on Friday, if you wanted?In New Jersey,...
Can cohabitation lead to loss of alimony in NJ? Court says yes.
New Jersey's Supreme Court recently agreed to hear a case questioning whether or not an ex spouse's cohabitation after a divorce could result in the loss of alimony payments. Ultimately, the court decided that in this case, cohabitation could lead to a loss of...
Tips to help kids during a divorce
Divorce can be hard on your kids. As much as you're going to need to put in time and effort while focusing on all of the adult aspects of the split—like property division and tax implications—you also want to do what you can to make it easier for them....
FAQ about alimony in New Jersey
Getting a divorce is never easy. Couples in this situation are ending more than just a marriage; they are also ending a financial partnership. This partnership looks different in every relationship. In some cases, both partners were able to pursue their professional...
Divorce and pet custody disputes
Statistics show that approximately 62 percent of U.S. households have at least one pet. In many cases, a beloved dog or cat is considered to be an integral and important part of the family. Given the amount of time and money people spend with and on their pets, it's...
Divorce and hiding assets
Going through a divorce is stressful and, unfortunately, can bring out the worst in some people. For most divorcing couples, matters related to the division of marital assets and shared belongings are among the most hotly debated and contested issues. In New Jersey,...
A look at default divorce in New Jersey
If you're like some of our readers here in Jersey City, you may know someone who was served with court papers indicating that they would be going through a default divorce. For a lot of people, this process is unknown and rarely considered because it does not fit with...
Why do I need an attorney for my child support modification?
Looking back on your life, it might be shocking to recognize the many twists and turns your finances have taken. From changing jobs to getting promoted to facing serious credit card debt, you've had to weather a virtual storm of monetary changes. Things will be no...