Every divorce is unique, as is to be expected when considering the variety of individuals and dynamics that compose each relationship. However, a recurring theme among the vast majority of divorcing couples in New Jersey and elsewhere is the contentiousness of finances, as this issue generates significant dissension for so many during the divorce process. Perhaps, in […]
If you and your spouse have filed for divorce in New Jersey and there are children involved, it is very likely that factors such as child custody, child support, and/or visitation may become issues that must be resolved before a final divorce settlement can be reached. With this in mind, New Jersey lawmakers enacted the Parents’ Education Act […]
Now that we have completed the case management conference, our orders from the court regarding experts, appraisals, and exchange of documents will be put into action in what is perhaps the most significant phase of the divorce process: the discovery phase. The reasons that underlie the importance of the discovery period are two-fold: first, it provides […]
After you have filed your initial divorce complaint and served the other party, your case will proceed to the case management conference, which represents the first opportunity for your attorney to gauge where you and your spouse stand on critical issues. Essentially, case management provides a litmus test by which to assess your respective stances […]
No one can sufficiently prepare for the emotional toll of divorce, as the disassembling of a life is an overwhelming and often devastating proposition. However, you can adequately prepare for the practical components of the divorce process, providing yourself with a head-start that will facilitate the transition and allow you to reach an expedient and […]
In the last article of our series regarding DWI law in New Jersey, we will examine the distinct and highly variable penalties associated with different driving under the influence offenses, as well as the underlying factors that drive these determinations. These potential consequences, ranging from periods of license suspension to prison terms, are contingent upon several significant […]
As we continue to delve into the intricacies of New Jersey DWI law, we must address one of the aggravating factors associated with some of these offenses, the results of which can have a catastrophic impact on the sentence imposed for those convicted. Although a conviction for DWI under any circumstances can be significantly damaging, […]
Although we often envision DWI charges originating from traffic stops and field sobriety checkpoints, these cases also arise when a driver is found behind the wheel of a vehicle that he or she is not currently driving. For example, if you are found in a parking lot sleeping in the driver’s seat of your vehicle, […]
In this week’s post of our ongoing New Jersey DWI series, we will discuss one of the most common questions facing those suspected of driving under the influence: should I submit to a breath test or refuse to consent? This question is often daunting when your nerves are running high and you’re not sure which […]
This week in our New Jersey DWI series, we will discuss one of the most important facets of a DWI case in New Jersey: the results of the breath test, specifically, the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) at the time of the offense. Blood alcohol content is typically used to establish proof of intoxication, which must […]
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