New Jersey Divorce Blog
The hidden epidemic of same-sex domestic violence
When you think of an abusive relationship, it’s not unlikely that you envision a heterosexual couple, typically with the man portrayed as the abuser and his female partner the victim. If that’s the case, you’re not alone. Nationwide, domestic violence tends to be...
Taking care of your mental health during divorce
Going through a major life change, like a divorce, can put your mental health at risk. According to the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, every year, major depressive disorder impacts approximately 17.3 million adults in the U.S. Dealing with child custody...
A New Divorce Claim for Damages
In today's day and age, it is easy for anyone to install a hidden camera in a home setting for the purposes of monitoring their children or their spouse's activities and to listen in on their conversations. It happens everyday and in some of those settings, it can...
Why same sex marriage can be more difficult
We have stated before that same-sex couples enjoy all of the benefits and are held to the same obligations as male-female couples. And while that is true, it's also true that same-sex couples do face unique challenges. Challenges faced by same-sex couples Even though...
How can you recognize judicial anti-gay bias?
The Fourteenth Amendment of the United States Constitution grants you the right to due process and equal protection. This applies to all legal proceedings, including custody disputes over your children between you and a spouse whom you are divorcing, whether of the...
What is dissipation of assets, and can you do anything about it?
Some couples realize that divorce is the best option for both parties and they part ways amicably. For many others, however, divorce is anything but agreeable, and emotions such as greed, spite and anger get in the way, forcing the parties to fight tooth and nail for...
Why is property division a challenge for same-sex couples?
Same-sex marriage has been legal in New Jersey since the later part of 2013. As with other couples, though, marriage may not last forever. If you married after the legalization of same-sex marriage, but now you wish to divorce, you may discover that this is yet...
All about custody disputes
When a relationship ends, and the couple parts ways, those involved must make plans for their future living arrangements. If the people who are divorcing are parents, then they will have the added responsibility of making decisions about how to raise their children...
What if you hide assets during divorce?
New Jersey divorces can sometimes get complex and messy. The higher your assets are, the more unique risks you and your ex-partner will face. Studies show that high-asset divorces often involve more instances of hiding assets. When a spouse hides assets, they are...
Should you establish paternity?
In New Jersey, fathers must take certain steps to establish paternity. This process is easier for married men. The state law accepts a married man as the father of his wife's child. For unmarried men, there are more steps to go through. Today we will look at reasons...
