Children often believe that a divorce is their own fault, and this can be very emotionally difficult for them. It is the reason why parents are often advised to reassure their children that both they and their ex still love the child and want to be involved. They also...
There are numerous outcomes that can arise from child custody cases. Whichever arrangement the courts end up signing off on, the reasoning behind it will be based on the best interests of the child. In some cases, the court may decide that supervised visitation is...
It can take many weeks, often more than a month, to go from an accepted offer to a successful closing on a piece of real estate. Many people want to celebrate when their real estate agent tells them the seller accepted their offer, but plenty can go wrong before you...
Prenuptial agreements are no longer seen as something only used by the rich, famous and powerful. However, younger couples or those of any age who may not have what they consider significant assets to protect still too often dismiss the idea First, prenups aren’t just...
Generally speaking, when people talk about getting custody of their children in a divorce, they’re thinking about physical custody. This deals with where the child is going to live and who is going to be responsible for them at that time. If you and your ex have to...
It’s common knowledge that filing for bankruptcy wipes out most of your existing debts. The proper term for that is debt discharge. When a bankruptcy court discharges your debt, it effectively cancels the legal obligation you had to repay the creditor. The whole idea...
The judge's decision in most legal matters is usually final unless reversed on appeal. However, there are instances when one or both parents can petition the court to modify an existing child custody order. However, it is important to understand that this decision...
Bankruptcy is a huge financial decision. Handled right, it can provide the debt relief you badly need to get back on your feet. Handled incorrectly, however, bankruptcy can worsen your situation. There are mistakes around declaring bankruptcy that most people find...
Monday to Friday of most weeks, your children go to school. Saturday and Sunday, they don’t. That is how the standard week looks for school-age children, and as divorcing parents, it is relatively easy to plan custody and visitation around that. The problem is that...
The title records for your home are what ensure your legal right to ownership and access. When there are issues with your title, your investment in the property could be at risk. Many homeowners in New Jersey have voluntary liens on the title of their property. Their...
