Most relationships go through both good times and bad. Generally, a successful marriage will require certain levels of communication, compromise and effort from both spouses. Unfortunately, this is not always enough to sustain a healthy partnership. At times, the...
Divorce
3 coping strategies for a high-conflict divorce
Divorce is rarely a straightforward process, however, it can be more challenging for some couples. A high-conflict divorce can take a significant toll on both spouses, as well as any children involved. Consequently, it is worth considering some methods that may help...
3 potential benefits of a New Jersey divorce
Getting divorced is a major decision that can have life-changing consequences. Often, divorce is looked at in a negative light. You or others may view it as a failure to make the relationship work. However, there are many potentially positive aspects of obtaining a...
Should you really wait until January to get divorced?
Are you ready to divorce but still hesitant to take action because the holidays are coming close? That’s understandable. The first working Monday of every January is nicknamed “Divorce Day” because so many other couples do the same: They put off the divorce they know...
Preparing for your day in court
As with many social situations, courtrooms come with their own etiquette. Etiquette is the behavior that is customary or expected. Knowing the rules of conduct in a courtroom can be helpful with your family law case. It can be a challenge to know what is expected,...
How social media can negatively affect you during divorce
We live in a digital era in which social media plays a significant role in our lives. With these platforms, we share our activities, hobbies and passions with our loved ones. However, your ex can use everything you post on social media against you during the divorce...
From the bedroom to the courtroom: Adultery and divorce
Being cheated on by an unfaithful spouse can be a devastatingly heartbreaking experience. Sometimes, it's hard to know if a spouse is being unfaithful until conclusive evidence is obtained. However, long before adultery is confirmed, your instincts may indicate that...
What becomes of your health insurance when you divorce?
There are a lot of "growing pains" that accompany a divorce. One of those is getting a hold of your finances. Many jobs don't come with benefits such as insurance. Your medical benefits may come from the health plan that your spouse receives from their employer. The...
To compromise or not when seeking a New Jersey divorce
The subtle art of compromise plays a role in many aspects of life. It essentially involves two parties making concessions to one another while settling an issue. We compromise with other people when making business deals. We compromise with our children when they...
Will the courts award you more property because your ex cheated?
When one spouse cheats, the whole family suffers. You will have to endure months of stress during a divorce and likely several years of financial recovery before your life returns to normal, all because of bad decisions that you didn't make. An affair can be a...

