Getting married does come with certain privileges that unmarried people don't have. There are certain legal benefits for marriage, ranging from whether the courts can compel you to testify against another person in a criminal case to inheritance benefits. When it...
Have you heard that gray divorce rates are rising? It’s true. For most age groups, divorce rates are falling, but those over 50 are splitting up more and more often. This is an interesting phenomenon, and many have asked why it is happening. One potential reason is...
Nothing can be more devastating than finding out your spouse has had an affair. Such events often lead to divorce, as the trust you once had in your spouse is forever broken. During this emotional time, you may wonder if the fact that your spouse cheated can be...
Planning ahead can be one of the most important steps in any major life decision, whether it is the decision to start a family, buy a home or move. Planning ahead for divorce is just as important. By focusing on the steps that will be necessary once the divorce case...
Different reasons exist for New Jersey couples choosing to separate rather than formally divorce. In some cases, couples who are unsure about remaining married separate for a while to give spouses time away to consider their options rather than rushing to get...
Ending marriages in New Jersey has come to be part of the lives of many, and for that reason, there is never a shortage of unqualified advisers. Each divorce has unique circumstances, and what applied to one person may not apply to his or her friend who is going...
Although money might be the furthest thing from the minds of two people in love, it is a subject for discussion if the relationship is serious. Many marriages in New Jersey and across the country have ended in divorce over financial disagreements. Relationship...
When does social media start to threaten a marriage? In most cases in which one spouse becomes addicted to drugs or alcohol, the threat becomes real when the source of the addiction becomes that person's primary focus. Social media has developed into a similar risk....
Times have changed, and the list of services available online is endless. However, in some cases, DIY is not necessarily easier or cheaper. For anyone in New Jersey who is thinking about navigating a divorce through an online service, it might be a good idea to...
Most people in New Jersey get married with the intention of being together forever. Sadly, that is not always the case, and having to deal with an unanticipated divorce can be a daunting prospect. Where does one start, and what are the necessary steps? One thing to...
