The law office of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman is proud to support Community Heroes of the Month, Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. CBHCare’s mission is to provide behavioral health care to the Bergen community. This much needed community service treats individuals and families in the Bergen community for such issues as: Parent-child conflicts Substance abuse Interpersonal relationships Depression Anxiety and phobia …
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Study Finds Traffic Death Increase Related to Ridesharing Services
Emerging research from Rice University and University of Chicago shows an increase in fatal car accidents after ridesharing companies Lyft and Uber began operations in cities. The research suggests that additional traffic wrought by ridesharing services is directly related to a 3.5% uptick in traffic deaths, which amounts to 987 fatalities each year. It is estimated that the costs associated with …
Reverting to Your Maiden Name After Divorce: 4 Common Questions and Answers
Many women would like to revert to their maiden name after a divorce, but are not sure how it is done or whether they are expected to do it or not. Others may not be sure it is necessary, or may even want to change their last name to a third option, neither their maiden name nor their married name. …
What Does Sole Legal Custody Mean for the Other Parent?
In decades past, sole legal custody of young children was routinely awarded to the mother under what was referred to as the tender years doctrine. Today, sole custody is rarely awarded. If you have a sole custody situation, it is important to understand what your rights and responsibilities are. If you are in the process of negotiating a parenting plan, …
New Jersey Divorce Rates Among Nation’s Lowest
Divorce is an unfortunate fact of 21st century American life. Over the past 60 years, divorce rates skyrocketed in the United States, and research indicates that nearly 50 percent of all marriages today end in permanent separation or divorce. A recent report compiled by 24/7 Wall St shows that some states are better than others when it comes to long-lasting …
Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C. Announces Investigation of India Globalization Capital, INC. (NYSE AMERICAN: IGC)
NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2018 — Kantrowitz Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C., a firm with a nationwide consumer fraud and securities fraud class action practice, has been following the events concerning India Globalization Capital, Inc. (“IGC” or the “Company”) for a number of months and is now actively investigating potential securities fraud claims on behalf of shareholders of IGC resulting from allegations …
Who Is Responsible If You Slip and Fall on Icy Steps or a Sidewalk Outside Your Apartment Building?
Winter is coming! In fact, in many places in New York and New Jersey, temperatures have already dropped into the low 30s or even colder. Ice and snow are sure to follow. The risk of slipping and falling in an accident rises exponentially in colder weather. Ice, snow, and sleet can create treacherous — even potentially deadly — conditions for …
Thank You & It’s Not Too Late to Donate to Bike MS NYC!
New Jersey & New York divorce attorney Paul Goldhamer, Esq. is a proud co-founder of the law firm of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, established in 1975. In addition to being a highly-respected practitioner of matrimonial law in NY & NJ, Mr. Goldhamer keeps busy with charity efforts, teaching, media appearances and more. In 2014, Paul received the prestigious honor of being …
Slip and Falls at School: Who Is Responsible?
For generations, schools were looked upon as safe spaces. In fact, schools operate under the aegis of in loco parentis, which means that schools are as responsible for the safety of children as parents are. Sadly, we all know that schools are less safe than they once seemed to be. Shootings, bullying, and more make headlines around the country and …
How the New 2018 Tax Laws Will Affect Your Matrimonial Agreement
New York & New Jersey divorce lawyer Paul Goldhamer, Esq. co-founded Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman in 1975. Since then, in addition to his prestigious accomplishments in matrimonial and estate law, Mr. Goldhamer has committed himself to charity fundraising, public seminars, media outreach and teaching. Paul was named a “Super Lawyer” in 2014 by Superlawyers.com. From Paul Goldhamer, Esq.: 2018 new tax laws as …