New Jersey Legal Blog
Steps to take when a home is damaged by a motorist
Most drivers in New Jersey have given thought to what they would do if they become involved in an accident while traveling on a road or navigating a parking lot. But not as many people consider the steps they should take when a driver crashes a motor vehicle into...
How alimony is determined in New Jersey
Divorce negotiations in New Jersey and around the country often become contentious when alimony or spousal support is discussed, which is why these matters are frequently left to family law judges to decide. When determining how much alimony should be paid or whether...
How to cope with work while going through a divorce
People in New Jersey who are getting a divorce might be worried about its impact on their job. As stressful as divorce can be, losing a job or hurting a career because of it can make the situation even worse. Some people might think that it is not a problem if they...
Grounds for New Jersey divorce
In New Jersey, divorce actions are heard by the Superior courts. Generally, the court that will preside over a particular divorce is the one in the county where one or both of the spouses live at the time of the divorce filing. Once the divorce complaint been filed,...
Relocation after a divorce
Settling a divorce is oftentimes incredibly grueling and challenging for the couple. One of the most difficult aspects of the divorce is having to see who will take have physical custody of the child. As hard as the situation might be, sometimes parents have to go...
Rural roads can be deadlier than urban ones
Some New Jersey residents are more familiar with driving on urban roads than with traveling in rural areas, and they may think that the latter is safer. This would be a mistake because even though the countryside may see less traffic, the drivers that are encountered...
Credit scores are important when buying a home
Those who are looking to buy homes in New Jersey will likely need to borrow money to do so. A buyer's credit score will be one of the most important factors that a lender will evaluate when reviewing a loan application. To get the best loan terms, an individual should...
Importance of high-visibility clothing while motorcycle riding
Most drivers have experienced near-accidents, often because the vehicle the driver almost collided with was in a blind spot. If drivers can narrowly miss hitting cars that are similar in size to their vehicle, then drivers can collide with motorcyclists in the same...
How does the attorney review period work?
As you prepare to buy a new home, feelings of excitement may mask any concerns you have. Yet, making sure you have a satisfactory real estate contract is crucial for the sale to move ahead. These contracts can contain ambiguous language. And they may also include...
2 mistakes to avoid in a prenuptial agreement
Prenuptial agreements have endured a historically negative perception. In the past, they were widely considered by many as planning for failure. In popular media, asking your partner to sign a prenup was a sure-fire way to get the wedding called off. Fortunately,...
