When you and your former spouse cannot see eye to eye on custody issues, your case will go to court. Because the stakes are so high, many divorcing couples are intimidated by this legal process. This is especially true if you and your ex's wishes regarding custody are...
Year: 2020
Does New Jersey use red light cameras?
Red light cameras are a controversial subject since they can result in a surprise traffic ticket. It can be weeks after the incident when you receive the notice in the mail, which means you may not even remember the incident. According to The Morning Call, you do not...
What are options for transferring your business?
New Jersey business owners often deal with more complex matters of estate planning. You not only have your personal finances and assets to manage, but those of the business as well. This means part of your estate plan must handle matters of business after your death....
Who keeps a vacation home in divorce?
Maybe you regularly spend summers at the shore as a family, or perhaps you own a second home in the mountains. Regardless of location, vacation properties can become a source of contention in a divorce. Keep these considerations in mind if you are facing a divorce in...
Should I put my child’s name on my deed?
For the most part, people involved with estate planning want to avoid probate. There are many reasons for this: probate can be time-consuming, expensive and the records are public. However, not all strategies to avoid probate are good ones. Many seniors think that...
How can I avoid distracted driving behaviors?
Distracted driving behaviors increase the risk of an accident and can also lead to serious injuries. That is why so many states have implemented laws against certain behaviors deemed dangerous behind the wheel. For example, you are not permitted to talk or text on a...
What should I know about parental alienation?
In an ideal world, all parents are fit parents for their children. This is why co-parenting is such a popular arrangement for children after divorce. Children usually do best if both parents involve themselves in their lives, even if those parents are no longer...
Guardianship considerations for your children
For many people, the thought of estate planning raises questions about how their assets may be distributed among their beneficiaries after they die. This, however, is only one element of an estate plan for people with minor children. Determining who will raise a...
How can I co-parent with a narcissist?
There are a myriad of documented advantages concerning co-parenting for children. Children do best when both of their parents are actively raising them, even in the event that the parents are no longer married and do not cohabitate. However, this does not mean that...
Helping your children look forward to custody transitions
Acclimating to the changes in your family after your divorce will undoubtedly take time. When you have children, helping them accept their new normal and facilitating their growth and understanding may require extra time and patience. One aspect of arranging child...