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NJ Supreme Court gives both parents an equal voice in deciding last name of the child

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Sandy Durst

In a recent NJ Supreme Court decision, the rights of the non-custodial parent were placed on equal footing with those of the parent of primary custody when it comes to establishing the surname of the child.  This is an important … Continue reading →

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Can a parent with joint legal custody make unilateral decisions affecting the child?

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Sandy Durst

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

Posted on June 9, 2013 by Sandy Durst

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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Changing the last name of the child

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Sandy Durst

It is common in divorce proceedings for the former wife to change her surname.  The law allows her to adopt any surname, not just her maiden name, as long as it is not being done for fraudulent purposes or to … Continue reading →

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Were your custodial rights impacted by false claims of sexual abuse? Noted Psychologist has license revoked.

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Sandy Durst

In the most recent  turn of events in a saga that  is tragic on many levels, psychologist Marsha Kleinman has had her license revoked after it was determined that she she coaxed at least one child into making false allegations of … Continue reading →

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