Category Archives: Durst Firm News

NJ Court expands protection under domestic violence law

The NJ domestic violence law has once again been interpreted to provide protection to residents in an ever growing list of living arrangements.  While I certainly commend goal of protecting citizens from domestic violence, I must wonder whether this recent … Continue reading

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NJ Court clarifies when a risk assesment is needed with respect to parenting time

 This recently decided case highlights the intersection of domestic violence and custody/parenting time.  Recognizing that the safety and welfare of the children should be the paramount concern the court required the assessment in this case. FAMILY LAW — CUSTODY 20-4-7829 … Continue reading

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NJ Senate wants to make it easier to get a NJ marriage license

The NJ senate is considering a bill that would eliminate the 72 hour waiting period that presently exists when applying for a NJ marriage license.  While I have no quarrel with eliminating the waiting period, it would be nice if the … Continue reading

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Parent’s drug use is not per se child abuse or neglect

In a recent decision which was approved for publication, the Appellate Court found that a parent’s use of the prescription medication Xanax did not automatically qualify as child abuse or child neglect.  The panel remained focused on whether the inebriated … Continue reading

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Unreported Income and Divorce

The issue of unreported income is one that client’s and attorneys are often forced to deal with during a divorce.  Many types of businesses are supported by cash transactions. It is important to recognize these situations so that they can be dealt with properly so … Continue reading

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