Divorces involving domestic violence may warrant the entry of a restraining order. While restraining orders play an important role in protecting families from harm, they come with additional considerations for the divorce process—for both parties. But while a restraining order can change the nature of some of the decisions and options during divorce negotiations, it …
When high-conflict or abusive relationships escalate, the at-risk person can struggle with figuring out a route to safety. Safety can look like a secure home, sufficient family or community support, financial security, and measures to ensure physical security. In these situations, restraining orders or no-contact orders can offer an additional level of protection. But what …
What’s the Difference Between Restraining Orders and No-Contact Orders in New Jersey? Read More »
Domestic violence and child custody are two subjects which would never intersect in a perfect world. Of course, we do not live in such a world, and there are families who have a history of domestic abuse in one way or another. Parents who have been the victims of domestic violence want to keep their children safe. Parents …
Domestic violence is a serious criminal charge in New Jersey. Victims of domestic violence may petition the courts for restraining orders, make modifications to existing family law agreements, and even file criminal charges. These regulations are all put in place to protect victims and their families from domestic abuse. However, what happens when accusations of …
Domestic violence in New Jersey is taken seriously by law enforcement and the courts. Often, there is no proof of domestic violence other than that of a witness and what the witness claims to have seen. In other cases, there may be text messages, photographs, or injuries witnessed by police officers. Whether there is proof or …
Victims of domestic violence often feel confused, distraught, and trapped in the cycle of abuse with their significant others. As a result, they seldom speak out for fear of retribution or lack of support. It is important for victims to know that in New Jersey, the court offers protection to those who may be victims of domestic violence. What …
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Domestic violence can create a dangerous and terrifying situation for families in New Jersey. Unfortunately, domestic abuse is also common. This fact was demonstrated by the U.S. Surgeon General recently stating that physical abuse in the number one (1) cause of injury to American women. Anyone can be a victim of domestic violence, and in …
Custody arrangement and parenting time agreement allow the child to be integrated into both households following a divorce. New Jersey law is set up to protect the state’s citizens in all of their life experiences. Judicial law is especially protective of children’s best interests, holding them as the central factor in determining child custody in …
New Jersey Appellate case giving rise to a new precedent in domestic violence law Read More »
Domestic violence can be committed against someone with whom one is in a relationship According to the New Jersey Prevention Against Domestic Violence Act, a person can get a final restraining order placed against someone that has committed domestic violence. Domestic violence can be committed against someone with whom one is in a relationship – …
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As family law attorneys, some of the most frequent—and often the most pressing—questions we get involve child custody and parenting time. More specifically, we’re often asked how the court weighs what’s in the child’s (or children’s) best interests and makes decisions about decisions, schedules, and other related issues. In the state of New Jersey, it …
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