Protecting And Preserving What Matters Most: Family
In a divorce case, marital property is split according to state law and principles of equity. What if one spouse is hiding assets from the other during a divorce? This can affect the total amount of property to be split during the proceedings. It can be especially difficult for the spouse who did not handle the finances during the marriage…
What made sense for spousal support during your original divorce proceedings may not always hold true as time passes. There are certain circumstances where it makes sense to adjust the court documents and proceedings and draft new documentation that supports the change in familial and living conditions. It is important to work with an experienced attorney when modifying spousal support…
When marriage partners divorce, the court may decide to award spousal support or alimony to a spouse. Spousal support is generally awarded to the spouse of weaker financial means. The duration and level of spousal support is decided in each circumstance. No two divorce cases are alike. New Jersey’s state laws (Section 2A:34-23) provide guidelines for spousal support. Types of…
There are many well-known injuries within car accidents. Broken bones and neck injuries are among some of the most common injuries associated with car accidents. One of the most uncommon car accident injuries is friction burns. These underreported injuries, even if uncommon, still cause a substantial basis of injury on those inflicted with the physical damages. According to Medscape.com, “Numerous…
Companies have a duty to provide an appropriate level of safety measures when manufacturing their products. This includes placing suitable labels that describe correct use, dosage, safety precautions and warnings of any potential hazards. When companies fail to provide this level of safety through warning labels, the probability of injury rises dramatically. OSHA Sets the Standard An example of the…
Knee injuries include a broad range of conditions, from minor strains to severe, disabling problems. These vary from bone fractures or total dislocation to a crushed patella–kneecap–or a simple twist. Many times, serious injuries involve accidents at work or motor vehicle collisions. If serious damage results from such incidents, surgery–such as the placement of an artificial joint–may be required. If…
Equitable distribution is a legal term that encompasses allotting the jointly owned marital assets during a divorce. The equitable distribution strives to provide a “fair” distribution. While it may not feel like the settlement that is achieved by the courts is fair in your eyes, the distribution is the best that it can be given the circumstances. The court system,…
More than 50 percent of America’s parents are divorced. Their children have to spend most of their time with the custodial parent, which limits some of their nurturing. A divorced parent can use the back-to-school time to build the child’s comfort level, however. The following are some tips that can increase the child’s bonding and emotional security during the transition…