The summer months are usually a favorite time of year for children since they don’t have school and the weather is usually nice. For parents, this can be a challenging time of year, especially for those who aren’t with the child’s other parent any longer. Trying to...
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Why are commingled assets complex during a divorce?
During a divorce case, couples need to split up the marital assets that they own. These typically include the things they purchased together, like cars, homes, real estate or businesses. They also include money they earned from various income sources, such as wages,...
What is child support intended for?
Child support will often be ordered in divorce cases where one parent earns more money and/or has less physical custody time. The support order helps to balance out discrepancies in how much each person has to invest in raising the child. Estimates indicate that it...
Divorced parents and college tuition costs
One thing that divorcing New Jersey parents may want to include in any judgments signed by the court is their separate responsibilities to support their children through college. Many parents who don’t want to see their children financially strapped for decades paying...
3 potentially negative impacts of supervised visitation
During a litigated divorce process involving parents of minor children, a judge makes important rulings on the allocation of parental responsibilities and visitation rights. Among these rulings, supervised visitation may be mandated, aimed at helping ensure the...
4 types of non-physical domestic abuse
Domestic abuse is a major cause of divorce in New Jersey and across the United States. This kind of mistreatment is not limited to the visible physical violence often portrayed in media. In a family setting, domestic abuse can take on numerous subtle yet damaging...
The importance of child support compliance in New Jersey
In New Jersey, as in all states, child support is a legal obligation to ensure the well-being of children after their parents get a divorce. Failing to meet this responsibility can have far-reaching consequences. When life interferes with your ability to pay, it can...
Why social media and divorce don’t mix
In a time when social media permeates every aspect of daily life, its impact on relationships, particularly during marital strain, cannot be understated. While platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter offer connectivity and community, they also harbor pitfalls...
What is economic mediation as it concerns divorce?
Divorce is an emotionally charged process, and untangling finances can be a particularly stressful battleground. In New Jersey, economic mediation offers a solution for divorcing couples seeking to resolve financial issues outside the courtroom. Economic mediation is...
Don’t skip a business valuation during divorce proceedings
Dividing assets during divorce may turn contentious when a couple owns a business together. Accurately valuing the business becomes crucial to help ensure a fair and equitable settlement. Skipping this step can lead to resentment, and a host of other troubles, down...

