Florham Park Legal Blog

Have you ever received a ticket for speeding on a road where there was no limit posted? It may have seemed unfair to have to endure punishment when the usual rules did not seem to apply. However, there are different types of speed limits to apply to every possible driving situation. Statutory spe...

Parental alienation is one of the biggest potential issues you might face while going through divorce. However, your attention is often so divided during the divorce process that it is hard to notice signs of parental alienation as it occurs. Thus, it helps to know what red flags to keep an eye o...

After New Jersey police pulled you over recently, you received a traffic ticket. You know you have options other than paying it, but what are they?  NerdWallet explains how to negotiate a traffic violation. Learn ways to avoid substantial fines and unnecessary marks on your criminal record.  Miti...

A well-crafted estate plan should protect your wishes, but mistakes in the process can actually place your wishes in jeopardy. To makes sure your estate plan truly accomplished what you want it to, avoid these three common mistakes: Failing to update: Major changes in your life and in you...

Do you have concerns about how to make ends meet after divorce? New Jersey courts may order spousal support in this situation. Review the factors that contribute to determinations about spousal support, commonly called alimony, in the Garden State. Types of spousal support You can ask the court f...

No one expects their marriage to end in a divorce when they get married, but that does not mean that spouses cannot take some steps to protect themselves if they get divorced. While not every marriage is doomed to divorce, there is nearly a 40% chance of a marriage ending. If a divorce happens, y...

Recently, you learned your parents choose you to handle their estate. While learning more about the role, you discover that not all assets must go through probate. AgingCare breaks down which assets go through probate. Improve your knowledge of estate planning so you know how to better prepare fo...

The date you purchased or started a business may affect how much of it your soon-to-be ex-spouse receives in a divorce settlement. The New Jersey courts generally consider an enterprise that you owned before your marriage as separate property. Separate property belongs to you, and may not require...

When your job relies on a CDL license to operate your truck, you must practice extra vigilance in observing traffic laws in New Jersey. Your employer may provide incentives when you drive so many accident-free miles and maintain a clean driving record. Understanding how traffic tickets could impa...

According to statistics compiled by the CDC, the divorce and annulment rate in the U.S. (excluding California, Indiana, New Mexico, Hawaii and Minnesota) saw a gradual decrease between 2000 and 2018. However, divorces, while less frequent, have not died out completely.  Parents undergoing divorce...

Preparing your estate when you own a business in New Jersey creates a unique dynamic that requires logic, precision and planning. Finding the right people to take over the responsibilities of managing your company will greatly impact the future of your organization. Incorporated into a formal pla...

Individuals who are getting divorced are likely to have many questions about how they should agree to divide their property. When a married couple cannot agree about how to divide their property, a court will make the final determination. Courts divide only marital property and exclude non-marita...

Although a DUI conviction is what you may think about when you hear license suspension, there are several reasons you could lose driving privileges in New Jersey. They range from not having proof of insurance, outstanding parking tickets and unpaid child support to not appearing in court or payin...

For many people in New Jersey, the estate planning process presents the potential for stress and anxiety due to concerns about offending potential beneficiaries. Many may use the potential for this fear as a reason for avoiding the process altogether (going instead to leave the task of dividing u...

According to statistics compiled by the CDC, the divorce and annulment rate in the U.S. (excluding California, Indiana, New Mexico, Hawaii and Minnesota) saw a gradual decrease between 2000 and 2018. However, divorces, while less frequent, have not died out completely. Parents undergoing divorce ...

Getting a traffic ticket is often frustrating because you either have to go to court or figure out how to pay the fine. If you are busy like most people, finding the time to run to the court and pay the fine can be just as difficult as taking time off to go to court. If you have made the decision...

Many Americans think that estate planning should wait until after retirement, but this is not true. No matter where you are in life in terms of age or assets, an estate plan is beneficial in case the unexpected happens. However, many younger individuals do not need as complicated of an estate pla...

Going through divorce with children is difficult. However, finalizing the custodial Arrangements can be one of the most frustrating aspects of the process. Most parents want to work together to ensure that their children have a stable, loving environment to grow in. Some families, in the face of ...

From sharing photos and stories with family and friends to finding emotional support during stressful times, social media has become a natural part of daily life. Nearly 70% of U.S. adults use Facebook, and most people who have an account visit the site at least once a day. Unfortunately, it can ...

New Jersey couples like you have enough on your plate when going through divorce. Dividing assets is a struggle no matter what your financial situation is. Things get even more complex if your partner attempts to hide assets. But many people who try hiding assets do not realize how much trouble t...

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 wildly divergent. Rest assur...

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 have to worry about red ligh...

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. This starts with basics and g...

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 New Jersey and own a vacatio...

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 adding a child to the deed of th...