Workplace injuries can cause a major disability that is ultimately detrimental to the employee’s work and personal life. In the event that the company fails to address this concern, the worker may sue the company for the damages and medical expenses. This can be very...
When you've been in a car or auto accident, we understand you have a lot on your mind. Aside from any emotional stress, you have to deal with your injuries, damage to your vehicle, handling your claim, and any other issues as they arise. Working with...
The question of deciding whose religion a child should follow after a divorce is a common one when parents of different religious beliefs separate which can often times lead to a child custody dispute. The US Constitution grants parents the right to direct the education and...
Biological parents have a right to seek child custody and visitation rights regardless weather the parents were married when the child was born. The determining factor is always in the best interest of the child and includes unmarried fathers. How to Establish Your Rights As A...
You’ve been injured in a slip and fall or a car accident and you have no idea what to do. The first step is to make sure you are okay and then begin to formulate a strategy if you are considering a personal injury claim....
Common-law marriage is a legal framework in a limited number of jurisdictions where a couple is legally considered married, without that couple having formally registered their relationship as a civil or religious marriage. Under the common law marriage doctrine, you are considered legally married, despite...
A prenuptial agreement, or premarital agreement (prenup), is a contract entered into prior to a marriage, civil union or any other contractual arrangement. It allows a couple to set the terms of property rights for their marriage. Why should I get a Prenuptial Agreement? Any couple who...
When you are hurt or too injured to work, you may be entitled to Workers’ Compensation, Disability Benefits, and other types of financial assistance. Here are a few common FAQ’s on the differences in Workers’ Comp and Disability. What are the Similarities and Differences in Workers’...
Marriage Property Do’s Maintain accurate records to establish the separate nature of property you wish to keep independent from the marital estate. Examples may include family property, an estate from a previous marriage, a gift, or other inheritance. Say yes to a prenuptial agreement prior to marriage...
So you’ve taken the leap and you’ve either given or have received and engagement ring and are on your way to marriage. While it’s an exciting time in your life, unfortunately things don’t always go as planned. For one reason or another, your engagement is broken...
If you’ve been involved in a car accident or injured in a trucking accident, chances are the Police were involved to help respond and facilitate at the scene. That officer generated a police report as an objective account of the facts at the accident, and...
In recent years, divorce mediation has become an increasingly popular option for couples who are able to work together amicably when crafting a divorce agreement. While this method isn't right for everyone, it is an ideal option if you and your ex agree on most...
Child custody cases become more complicated when one parent wishes to move out of state. Many factors need to be considered in a move-away divorce, which is why New Jersey Legislature proposed the New Jersey Relocation of Children Act in November 2015. The act focuses...
There are many factors that impact the way in which a personal injury settlement is divided during a divorce. The date of the accident, date the divorce action was commenced and how the money was allocated in the personal injury settlement all impact how the...
In an equitable distribution state, which includes New Jersey, all the marital property will be divided in a fair way during a divorce. Fair does not mean that it will be divided evenly. To decide what's fair, a court will consider what each partner contributed to...
