When a Child Dies: Funeral Decision-Making for Divorced Parents in New Jersey

June 15, 2024

Arrangements and Disagreements over a Child’s Funeral when Parents are Divorced in New Jersey Losing a child is one of the most intense, horrific experiences human beings can have.  Whether the child is 3 or 30 years old, their death initiates a series of overwhelming sadness and grief.  Children are perceived by society as a gift to their parents, and when that gift is taken away, comfort and peace seem unattainable. As part of grief, bereaved parents ride a roller […]

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Considering In-Home Separation in NJ
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Inner-Workings of an In-Home Separation in New Jersey

June 10, 2024

Legal, In-Home Separation Could Be a Good Option For Those Not Yet Ready to Take the More Permanent Step Of a Divorce. You may be considering an in-home separation in lieu of, or as a step toward, divorce in New Jersey. It is financially less burdensome and allows for time apart without completely amputating your spouse from your life. In-home separations are completely driven by the parties. What governs these arrangements is a Separation Agreement, which is treated like a […]

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Inside Look at the Parent Education Program for Divorcing Parents in NJ

June 5, 2024

Going Through A Divorce With Children: New Jersey’s Parent Education Program Can Help You Navigate the Challenges of Co-parenting During and After Divorce. Just like they say a baby doesn’t come with a manual, neither does the journey of co-parenting, unless of course you have the benefit of participating in New Jersey’s Parent Education Program (PEP). The PEP was created by the state of New Jersey to help equip parents with the information and tools they need to navigate co-parenting […]

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Paternal Rights vs. Parental Rights in New Jersey

May 29, 2024

“Parental Rights” and “Paternal Rights” Might Sound Alike, But They Are Different! This Guide Will Clarify the Meaning of Each Term and the Crucial Differences If you’re navigating a child custody issue, you may have come across the terms “paternal rights” and “parental rights” and wondered what the difference is between these rights. Simply put, paternal rights are a type of parental right that specifically refer to those possessed by a father. In New Jersey, fathers and mothers have equal […]

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How Healthcare Premiums Impact Child Support Calculations in New Jersey

May 24, 2024

Health Insurance is one of the collateral items that must be considered when providing for a child’s needs. Among divorced parents, there are several ways to handle who pays for the children’s healthcare. Child support issues are a common concern during divorce proceedings. It’s a fact that maintaining two households is more expensive than one. While the court strives to ensure the minor children’s standard of living remains stable after a divorce, this is often not a feasible economic reality. […]

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