When a couple makes the difficult decision to get a divorce, it is usually after a great deal of soul searching. This often occurs over several months, or even years, particularly if there are children involved and the couple is hesitant to break up the family. However, in some cases, a spouse may announce that […]
School is out for the summer, which means that routines are likely to change and the daily grind of homework, sports, music lessons and other activities becomes much more relaxed. However, as the temperatures rise, so do parents’ anxiety levels as they are faced with figuring out how to keep their children busy and entertained […]
By: Alex Guerra Just as immigration status can play an integral role in criminal law cases, a blending of matrimonial and immigration law is emerging to the forefront of New Jersey attorneys. In a society that continues to see its divorce rates increase, there are non-citizens who may be unsure of their rights and access […]
Going through a divorce is a painful process, even under the best of circumstances. However, the process is much more painful and traumatic when you have been abandoned by your spouse without any warning. In addition to the emotional shock, this can be financially devastating as well if your spouse has severed all ties, including his or […]
By: Kevin W. Ku, Esq. In a recently published case, M.A.P. v. E.R.A., the Appellate Division held that a non-resident father who had no relevant contact to New Jersey is not subject to the jurisdiction of New Jersey courts. In M.A.P., the parties engaged in a sexual relationship in the State of New York that resulted […]
Couples who are entering into a marriage often hesitate to broach the subject of a prenuptial agreement because they do not want to consider the possibility that their marriage may not work out. While a prenup may not be necessary for all couples, it is something that one or both spouses may want to consider, particularly […]
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Megan’s Law has now been in effect since 1994. While the foremost purpose of Megan’s Law is the protection of the community, the legislature provided a mechanism for those subject to the law to seek relief from the court of the very onerous conditions that Megan’s Law places on those convicted of qualifying […]
Abuse is a difficult subject to talk about, especially when it involves a child. Unfortunately, child abuse is more common than parents may realize. One out of every four girls and one in six boys will experience abuse before they turn 18. In nine out of ten cases, the victim knows their abuser. That can […]
By Eric Marcy, Esq. Any person who is subject to the notification requirements of Megan’s Law and is subject to Parole Supervision for Life and/or Community Supervision for Life can tell you how difficult life becomes. It prevents or makes it very difficult to obtain employment or to obtain good employment. It interferes with developing normal healthy […]
There are no secrets on the internet. Today, people willingly post the most personal and sometimes embarrassing information about themselves, their families, their friends, and believe it or not, even their co-conspirators. If the Government was involved in investigating and compiling the detailed information that people willingly disclose, it would be accused of invading privacy and […]
