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Pleading the Fifth Amendment, or the right to not self-incriminate, is within every defendant’s right during a criminal trial. Domestic violence trials in restraining order cases are considered civil proceedings. Many people are not aware that it is possible to “plead the Fifth” and declin...
Read MorePutting an end to a relationship is always hard, no matter what the circumstances are and who initiated the breakup. However, leaving a relationship c...
Read MorePlanning a wedding is an exciting time. One of the many steps couples choose to take before tying the knot is to enter into a “prenup.” A prenup...
Read MoreGoing through a divorce in your early twenties can present a set of challenges that can be daunting to tackle, such as dealing with rent leases, housi...
Read MoreIn New Jersey, domestic violence encompasses any patterns of physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse and can extend to threats, intimidation, is...
Read MoreIn family law, discipline agreements refer to formal agreements between parents or guardians regarding the discipline and upbringing of their children...
Read MoreOne of the most important aspects of a child support modification hearing is your preparation. Having your evidence organized and ready can only benef...
Read MoreIt is not uncommon for parents to seek a modification to their child support, and many parents believe that litigation is the sole method of altering ...
Read MorePendente lite means “during the proceedings.” A party may seek an order for support and other relief after a divorce case has begun pending the ...
Read MoreWhen the Department of Child Protection & Permanency (DCP&P) becomes involved in your household, it can feel like your world is crashing down ...
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