Unfortunately, child custody and visitation can be one of the most contentious issues in any divorce case. However, quality legal counsel may be able to hash out some thorny issues that present themselves. Keep in mind, custody is always determined by a court based on the best interest of the child. Neglect or abuse always gives rise to a negative …
Are There Warning Signs of Nursing Home Abuse?
Is your loved one a resident at a New York or New Jersey nursing home? Make sure that you pay attention the facility’s treatment of your relative, as some centers experience issues with items like bedsores, malnutrition, abuse and drug dispersal errors. If you ever want to know about a nursing home’s reputation, there is a program titled Nursing Home …
Can I Entice My Husband into Granting a “Get”?
Updating a blog post we brought you last year, a Brooklyn judge is currently overseeing a divorce case involving an Orthodox Jewish husband who is refusing to grant his wife a “Get”. Keep in mind, a “Get” is a Jewish bill of divorce, given by a husband to his wife. Unless a “Get” is “given”, under Jewish law, a couple is …
Tips for Speaking to Your Children About Divorce
Are you a parent struggling to keep your household afloat amid troubles with your marriage? Unfortunately, divorce could be an emotional struggle not only for you, but also for your child. It is not without stress for all parties involved. If you are divorcing your spouse and you have children, you will need to effectively communicate what is occurring in …
KGG Obtains $1.4 Million Medical Malpractice Verdict
Have you experienced injuries because of poor healthcare? You should be aware that you could hold your doctor or provider liable if you have been the victim of medical malpractice. KGG recently obtained a $1.4 million verdict for a 12-year-old girl who was injured during bunion surgery in June 2010 at Nyack Hospital. The jury found that podiatrist Ira Bernstein, …
Business Co-Ownership and Divorce: What Do I Need to Know?
Are you a successful business owner facing a difficult decision about divorce? Are you scared that you may lose the asset you have worked so hard to keep? The division of marital assets is one of the most complex issues in any divorce case. Things can become heated when complications with investments and business ownership arise. This may be especially …
Simple Tips to Avoid a Pedestrian Accident
Have you ever come close to hitting someone crossing an intersection? Are you a walker who has almost been struck by a vehicle? Do these scenarios haunt you? Remember, because a vehicle weighs significantly more and moves at a faster speed, pedestrian accidents can have devastating consequences leading to death and catastrophic injuries. Each year, thousands of Americans suffer injuries …
Is Facebook Cited in Divorce Cases?
Has your marriage fallen on hard times? Are you contemplating a divorce? Make sure you avoid dragging your dirty laundry into the public arena through avenues like social media. Remember, any information you post online could potentially be used against you in a divorce case. The last thing you want to do is alienate your spouse, or friends and family …
How Can I Drive Safely in Poor Weather?
Do you drive a lot over the winter months? Make sure you stay safe by planning, as poor weather, including snow and ice, can make commutes dangerous. Recently, hundreds of accidents were reported on New Jersey roadways over the weekend of January 17-20 because of issues with icy conditions. The state ended up warning motorists that conditions were poor, advising …
Do Divorces Increase in January?
Why is January known as the ‘Divorce Month’? CNN recently had an interesting story about how divorce inquiries tend to increase over the month, which is why it has gained its nickname. According to the news outlet, between 2008 and 2011, a rise in the number of divorces filed occurred each January, followed by a gradual increase in February before …