Many shore towns such as Belmar, Asbury Park or Point Pleasant Beach see a large number of visitors who are trying to enjoy the well-known bars and clubs. While at these locations it is very easy for people to lose control after having too much to drink which could lead to a bouncer deciding to… Read More
NJ Has The Lowest Divorce Rate In The US
Economy has an Effect on NJ Divorce Rate The Divorce Rate in New Jersey are some of the lowest in the country. A recent survey revealed that nine percent (9%) of New Jersey adults are divorced compared with fifty-two percent (52%) of whom are still married, ranking it last among the states in the percentage… Read More
Brick Township, NJ Divorce Lawyers
The expression, “The first step is always the hardest,” applies to many challenges we face throughout our lives, including the end of a marriage. Regardless of who wants to end the marriage, or the reasons for why it needs to end, taking the first step towards divorce is never easy. In addition to the emotional… Read More
Domestic Violence Charges in Brick Township, NJ
The term domestic violence covers a range of behaviors. Typically people think about physical or sexual abuse when they hear those words. However, a victim may also be psychologically abused. A harassment or simple assault charge of domestic violence in Brick Township can be brought against someone who threatens, intimidates or isolates another person. This… Read More
Does New Jersey Need More Strict DWI Laws?
MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) recently reported that New Jersey is one of the worst states for protecting victims of drunk drivers. More than half of the drivers who have had their license suspended for a DWI violate the suspension according to the organization. MADD believes New Jersey needs more strict DWI laws. New Jersey… Read More
How Do I Alter My Child Custody Agreement In New Jersey?
A child custody and visitation agreement can be modified after the final judgment if certain circumstances change in the lives of the child or the former spouses. For example, a visitation schedule that works well for a toddler may not work as well for a busy teenager with many educational and social obligations. There may… Read More
Man Arrested for Drug Possession by Howell Police
Howell Police Department recently arrested for drug possession after a man was stopped and found to have several illegal drugs on his person, including cocaine, percocet and marijuana. According to reports, a patrolman noticed a car driving erratically, failing to maintain its lane, with a broken brake light which raised his suspicion. The patrolman then followed… Read More
Woman Pleads Not Guilty To Hit and Run in Middletown
A 49-year-old woman pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident in a Monmouth County courtroom. The driver has plead guilty to one count each of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death and second-degree endangerment, and two counts of third-degree endangerment. The driver turned herself in after originally fleeing the scene… Read More
The Effect of Cohabitation on Alimony in NJ
Cohabitation with a New Partner may Affect Alimony Payments Under statute N.J.S. 2A:34-23, New Jersey Family Part judges are authorized to use broad discretion in deciding whether to modify any type of support order, including permanent alimony, “as circumstances may require.” Cohabitation with another may qualify as a type of changed circumstance which warrants a… Read More
Advantages of a Collaborative Divorce In NJ
Traditionally, divorce has been viewed as an expensive and adversarial process fought out in court through zealous legal representation. Over time, alternatives such as collaborative divorce were created to help couples end their marriages amicably, with minimal interference from the courts. Through a meeting facilitated by a collaborative attorney, spouses can civilly negotiate an agreement… Read More
