A marriage is a legal decree that may be dissolved in two ways: through a divorce or an annulment. While both procedures are binding in a court of law, it’s important to understand the legal differences between annulment and divorce. For couples who are considering ending their union, the following is a brief recap of annulment vs. divorce. Annulment declares …
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NTSB’s 10 Most Wanted Safety Improvements for 2017-2018
With the coming of a new year, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is publicizing its regular issued group of Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements. It is referred to as the MWL. The NTSB is responsible for the safety of vehicles, trains, airplanes, and boats and other watercraft throughout the nation. It advocates for safety improvements annually. The …
Returning to Work After Getting Worker’s Comp Benefits
When a workplace accident results in serious injury, employees are typically entitled to worker’s compensation benefits, also known as workman’s comp. This state-mandated insurance program provides compensation for medical and hospital expenses related to the occupational injury, as well as disability payments while you’re out of work. Worker’s comp also covers diseases or illnesses that are the direct result of …
Questions about Parental Visitation Rights
Divorce is never an easy undertaking, particularly when children are involved. Parental visitation rights can be one of the most emotional components to this process, as mother and father determine what is best for the children and the family unit in general. If you are feeling overwhelmed with the idea of determining parental visitation rights, the attorneys at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer …
Latest in Automotive Recalls
Although many car accidents are attributed to negligence, impaired and distracted driving, or even poor weather conditions, dozens of collisions are caused by defective vehicles. When design flaws go unchecked, or lax manufacturing protocols cause defects, the potential for serious injury and death increases. Voluntary recalls are one method that auto manufacturers employ to rectify defective or dangerous parts. According …
Are Prenuptial Agreements Unbreakable?
When crafted and executed correctly by an attorney, prenuptial agreements are almost always iron-clad, and used by thousands of couples who are planning their nuptials. A solid prenup is an invaluable tool for protecting pre-marital assets, including real estate holdings, private possessions acquired before the wedding and other holdings. For many couples, prenuptial agreements provide a platform for honest, open …
Changes Ahead for Relocation of Children Law in New Jersey?
Two pieces of legislation pending in New Jersey have the potential to change the results of requests to relocate children under custody agreements. Currently, under the law established in Baures v. Lewis, 167 N.J. 91 (2001), the main case concerning relocation of residential custodial parents, custodial parents wanting to relocate have only to show that the move is being done in good faith …
Traffic Deaths Rise Substantially in First Half of 2016
For the first half of 2016, the number of people dying as a result of vehicle accidents rose sharply, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The number of deaths was 10% over the figures for the first half of 2015. In total, the NHTSA says that almost 18,000 people died in the first six months of year, …
Alimony Reductions Under Changed Circumstances Can Be Retroactive, Court Finds
A October 7 ruling from Ocean County Superior Court Judge Lawrence Jones held that recent amendments to New Jersey’s alimony statute which permitted reductions in payments in light of changed financial circumstances can in fact have retroactive application. Judge Jones opined that the harsh realities of current economic conditions and the interests of fairness and equity demand such an interpretation …
CDC Says Falls are Leading Cause of Injury, Death in Seniors
Falls are a primary cause of serious injury and death in older Americans, cautions the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to their Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, accidental falls are the number one cause of death in elders aged 65 and older. The agency’s press release was issued late last month in conjunction with the 9th Annual Falls …