The decision to file for divorce represents a major change in your life and should not be made without careful consideration. For individuals who are in an unhealthy or destructive marriage, divorce may help you embark on the road to a happier life. However, there...
The New Year is upon us, and as always, it marks a time when people reflect on their lives and come up with ways to make improvements moving forward. Not surprisingly, this time of the year traditionally coincides with a spike in the number of...
New Jersey adheres to the doctrine of equitable distribution when resolving property division issues as part of a divorce. In many instances, part of the property division agreement involves one spouse retaining the marital home and "buying out" the other spouse's ownership. As part of...
Divorce Warning Signs - Divorce Attorney - Jeffrey Bloom There will always be moments when you’re unsure if your marriage will last. Every couple has their ups and downs, but when the lows outnumber the highs, your marriage might be in trouble. These 10 warning...
If you have amassed a significant amount of debt, you may be considering filing bankruptcy in order to get these debts discharged and gain a fresh financial start. Unfortunately, the bankruptcy process can be quite complex, especially when you are also in the middle of...
Maintaining a good credit score is an important way to ensure financial stability in your life. When you are going through a divorce, this positive credit rating becomes even more important than ever, especially if your ex-spouse was the primary earner during the marriage. A...
While no one enjoys the divorce process, it is a transition that married couples must endure once they have decided there is no alternative solution. You have heard horror stories about people’s divorces: the fighting, the never-ending negotiating and the over-the-top costs. You may be...
You and your spouse have settled your divorce. The legal battle is over and your have been ordered to pay spousal support to your ex. With the end of 2015 upon us, you may be questioning: do I have to pay income tax on the...
Unmarried couples are choosing to live together more often today than in years past. There are many reasons unmarried couples choose to live together, from religious preferences to sharing of financial burdens. While living with your partner comes with many benefits, it lacks the legal protections...
Our child support lawyer has been following the events of a particular case very closely. The circumstances of this family law case have shed new light on the existing “anti-retroactivity statute” that has been in place in New Jersey since 1993. The 1993 anti-retroactivity statute was...
When it comes to filing for a divorce, the emotional impact can be so overwhelming, that you forget to prioritize the financial and legal aspects. At the Family Law Offices of Jeffrey M. Bloom, our experienced West New York divorce attorney understands the complex facets of...
Going through a divorce is difficult enough without being punished for something you haven't done or had knowledge of. The “innocent spouse rule” in New Jersey allows for a spouse to seek relief from the IRS for an otherwise joint tax debt. It is difficult...
Many people going through a divorce have never been in a courtroom before and are unfamiliar with the legal process. Courtrooms and legal proceedings for property division or child custody can be intimidating if you don’t know what to expect, especially when you are already...
Keep your spouse on your health insurance during a pending New Jersey divorce. It's very common for married couples and their dependent children to all be covered under one spouse's health insurance policy, particularly if the insurance coverage is provided by an employer. Whether out of...
Garden State Equality v. Dow, passed in September 2013, allowed same-sex couples to legally marry in the state of New Jersey. While many have sought out this opportunity to join their partner in a life-long commitment, there is the potential for some of these unions...
