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 …
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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 …
Is a School Responsible When a Child is Hurt?
Tragically, on January 7, a seven-year-old boy was killed in an accident in New Milford during a recreational school soccer practice. According to ABC News, a folding table attached to a wall collapsed on and killed the child in Bergen County. The freak accident took place at around 6:30 p.m., at Berkley Street Elementary School, while people were in the …
How Can a Divorce Affect a High-Income Earner?
Remember, if you are a high-income earner, you are going to want to work with a family law attorney with immeasurable experience when you are seeking a divorce. The failure to do this could result in tremendous losses. If you have a remarkable financial portfolio, then you will want your assets distributed as fairly as possible in a divorce, while …
Are Nurse Practitioners as Safe as Doctors?
Have you ever visited a healthcare provider and been shocked when, rather than encountering a doctor, you were treated by a nurse practitioner? You should know that on January 1, the state of New York changed its standard for who can practice medicine, becoming the 19th state in the country to allow nurse practitioners to diagnose, treat and prescribe patients …
Is My Prenuptial Agreement Enforceable?
Our family law attorneys often run into clients asking about the enforceability of a prenuptial agreement during a divorce case. Here is what you should know—the only way you can determine if you are going to be allowed to keep certain assets following a divorce is to seek out expert legal counsel. Remember, any legally binding prenuptial agreement is one …
Rockland County: Why Would a Head-On Collision Occur?
As we have reported in previous blogs, head-on vehicle accidents are rare, but when they do occur, they are often violent and fatal. Each year, more than 360 people are killed in wrong-way collisions, often of the head-on variety. Aside from death, these accidents can result in catastrophic injuries like broken bones, spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries. Sadly, …
Divorce: What is an “Equalization Payment”?
Remember, if you have assets you would like to protect in a divorce, the best thing you can do is work with our experienced divorce lawyers. If you have significant assets or a high income, you need to assure yourself that your belongings are distributed as fairly as possible in a divorce, while protecting your most valuable possessions. The key …
Is Underage Drinking a Problem?
If you plan to host a party this week in celebration of the New Year, make sure you are responsible and have designated drivers on hand. As we reported last week, if you plan to host a party, make sure that everyone there has a safe and sober ride home. Remember, there are social host and premises liability laws, meaning …
What is a Holographic Will?
Have you ever wondered if you could just write down your plans on paper and have your words serve as a will and testament? You should speak to an estate-planning attorney, rather than attempting to do this. A holographic will is a written document created by a person with directions about how to distribute property following his or her death, …