Domestic violence "describes a pattern of abusive and controlling behavior which injures its victim.” Corrente v. Corrente, 281 N.J. Super. 243, 246 (App. Div. 1995). New Jersey’s Prevention of Domestic Violence Act, N.J.S.A. 2C:25-17 et seq., attempts to...
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Protect your rights regarding domestic violence charges
New Jersey law prioritizes family safety. Sadly, many households include incidents of domestic violence. It is also true, however, that allegations of violence against a spouse or other family member are not always true. The court is tasked with determining the truth...
Some say stress can trigger domestic violence
New Jersey families are like most others throughout the nation who have their ups and downs, good times and bad times. Some, in fact, face serious problems that stem from marital issues or other situations, such as domestic violence. There is evidence that the latter...
Nicole Kidman gets Emmy for role in film about domestic violence
They say that life imitates art. However, there are times when movies or tv shows are written to shine a light on how lives are lived by ordinary people. New Jersey residents may have seen one such mini-series, starring actress Nicole Kidman, that highlighted the...
Does the uncertain future of health care leave divorce in limbo?
Life is rarely as simple as black and white; there are innumerable shades of gray. Once a New Jersey resident has made up his or her mind to divorce, anything that may hamper one's decision can be frustrating. One area that is causing uncertainty for some people is...