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US Supreme Court stikes down DOMA & Prop 8!
In a historic decision earlier today, the US Supreme Court struck down the highly criticized Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) & the controversial California law known as Prop 8. As a lawyer and a human being I am thankful that … Continue reading
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Can a parent with joint legal custody make unilateral decisions affecting the child?
After a divorce, there is often disagreement between the parents as to what is appropriate with regard to the child’s education and religious upbringing. Under joint legal custody, both parties are to be involved in major decisions including but not … Continue reading
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Use of prescribed medications while pregnant can lead to a charge of child abuse / neglect
In a case that pits the welfare a pregnant women against the welfare of her newborn child, the Appellate Division recently decided a case in which they affirmed a finding of abuse and/or neglect against a mother for her use … Continue reading
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Should the custodial parent pay child support?
In most NJ divorce cases where the parties have children, it is the non-custodial parent who pays child support to the parent of primary residence. In certain situations it is conceivable that the parent of primary residence could still pay … Continue reading
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Employers: provide your employees high quality legal services
As an employer myself, I fully understand the value of having my employees focused on their job. They perform better which leads to a more profitable business. Given that the divorce rate is near 50% and the range of other … Continue reading
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