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It is a well-known fact that senior citizens are especially vulnerable to extreme temperatures, whether they are trying to stay cool in summer or remain warm in winter. Among many other responsibilities, nursing homes in New Jersey must keep a close eye on...
Charitable trusts have become popular among estate planners in New Jersey. One type of charitable trust is a charitable remainder trust, also known simply as a “CRT.” This type of trust has many advantages, but it is important to understand the potential downsides of...
Life insurance is a more effective estate planning tool than many people realize, but there are additional possibilities with this strategy that can make life insurance even more attractive for estate planners in New Jersey. One example is the possibility of moving...
Scammers in New Jersey have been preying on seniors for years, and technological advances make their strategies increasingly harmful. However, authorities are working around the clock to track down these criminals and bring them to justice, and a recent case shows...
While cash can certainly help your beneficiaries, one of the most valuable things you can leave behind is an idea. Intellectual property can theoretically continue to provide income for your family into the foreseeable future, and it may even become more profitable as...
Restraining orders may be especially helpful for those approaching divorce in New Jersey. If you are concerned about your safety for any reason, your best bet is to call 9-1-1 as soon as it is safe to do so. After you have reached a safe space, you can consider...
State-wide, NJ divorce and family court calendars are backlogged months and some, even years. Why? Across NJ approximately 46 judicial positions are vacant. This is a huge reduction from the 76 vacancies of last year. But still: There aren’t enough judges for the job....
Speed: Avoid the court conga line and possibly get divorced in less than a year. After the mediation agreement is written, your review attorney can incorporate the document into a marital settlement agreement, file it with your county’s family court, and secure a date...
Receiving the divorce decree from the Family Court judge represents the end of the process of finalizing your and your ex's rights and duties regarding property division, child custody, child support, visitation and alimony. But the decree is just a stack of papers if...
Most divorces are handled in a somewhat straightforward manner – even if there are certain issues that cause delays and problems. But some issues are so serious that they stump even the highest courts in New Jersey – and the death of a spouse during a divorce trial is a prime example of this. But what exactly happens when a…