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Can alternative dispute resolution help with custody issues?

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC posted in divorce alternative dispute resolution on Thursday, August 15, 2019.

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) is a helpful way to resolve disputes during a divorce without going to trial. While the media may make it out to seem like every divorce goes to trial, that couldn't be further from the truth. In most cases, people are able to resolve their cases and settle disputes without a judge so that they can keep their divorces private.

It's a good goal to stay out of court for a few reasons. The first is that going to trial will take longer, dragging out the length of your divorce. The second reason is that a divorce trial is costlier than settling outside court. Finally, trials are not private, so anyone can see what's said.

Take steps to help your kids through a divorce move

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC posted in family law on Friday, August 9, 2019.

Your family is important to you, which is why it's no surprise that you want to make sure your children cope well with divorce. You and your spouse argue about many things, but one thing you can agree on is that your children have to come first. Their health and safety is important to you, and you don't want to see them suffering as a result of your actions.

To make the transition easier on them, you want to move out of the home and set up your apartment ahead of time. Then, when they are in your custody, they'll have somewhere to live comfortably. To do this, you will need to have your kids stay with their other parent for at least a week. That's no problem for you, but since your children are young, it's something you're not sure about.

Consider mediation to resolve your disputes

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC on Wednesday, August 7, 2019.

Mediation is a good way to work through a divorce with your spouse and to address conflicts as they arise. Mediation requires a third party to be present to guide you, but the third party will have no specific outcome in mind. Instead, their goal is to help you reach a decision that is agreeable, so that you can move forward with your divorce.

You should be aware that there are pros and cons to using mediation to resolve your disputes. Knowing the pros and cons can help you decide if mediation is the right choice for you or if there may be a better option.

Should you try alternative dispute resolution?

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC posted in divorce alternative dispute resolution on Thursday, August 1, 2019.

For divorcing couples who are able to settle most of their affairs on their own but have one or two disputes to get through, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) can be a great way to move forward. Alternative dispute resolution includes activities such as mediation or arbitration, both of which allow you to work through a dispute without having to go to trial.

Some people think that going to trial is no big deal, but it has some negative points. For instance, anything you do in a public trial is made public. That means your personal information can be seen by anyone who wants to look it up. On top of that, a trial takes more time and money.

Will you need to share your business with your ex in the divorce?

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC on Friday, July 26, 2019.

When you first had the idea for your business, it probably seemed like an impossible dream. However, with the support of your friends and family and the follow-through that few people possess, you took an idea and built it into a successful company.

Unfortunately, running your own business is a stressful endeavor. You likely had to put in a lot of hours to build the company from scratch into something that could provide a decent life for your family. All of that time at work could have put a strain on your marriage.

Neck strain is serious: Let workers' compensation cover it

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC posted in workers' compensation on Tuesday, July 23, 2019.

Neck injuries are fairly common in almost all workplaces. Whether you're hit in a vehicle while working, sit at a computer desk all day or work on a factory line, your neck is one part of your body that is constantly dealing with strain.

Neck injuries can cause a number of serious symptoms. Some may include:

Pain
Headaches
Stiffness
Dizziness
Tingling in the arms or shoulders
A decreased ability to move your head
Spasms

Teens hit cop car, face charges after high-speed chase

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC posted in personal injury on Friday, July 19, 2019.

Sometimes, people do things that they know they shouldn't. For example, take a case out of New Haven that involved teens between the ages of 13 and 17. The group of teens has been charged with possessing marijuana and drug paraphernalia, eluding police and receiving stolen property.

They are also accused of several crimes involving motor vehicles, which could include an aggravated assault charge for crashing into a cop car. They led police across multiple towns before the Hanover police were able to stop the teens.

What can you use alternative dispute resolution for?

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC posted in divorce alternative dispute resolution on Friday, July 12, 2019.

One of the best ways to resolve a divorce dispute between two reasonable adults is through divorce alternative dispute resolution. Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) tactics are fantastic for people who are willing to work together but may be having some trouble coming up with reasonable solutions to their disputes.

While many people think that alternative dispute resolution is for conflicts over property or fault, the reality is that you can go to ADR to talk about visitation and custody agreements, arrangements for your pets, property division, prenuptial or postnuptial agreement disagreements and more. The benefit is that you can work out your problems in a safe, less-formal environment instead of heading to trial.

Why work with a personal injury attorney in New Jersey?

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC posted in personal injury on Thursday, July 4, 2019.

When you suffer a personal injury, it could be anything from broken bones to a severe head injury. The only thing that you know is that it's changing everything about your life. You can't do the things you love to do, and it's all because of another person's actions.

When you're hurt because another person was driving recklessly or acting in a way that put you in danger, it is your right to pursue compensation from them. However, it is likely that you're struggling with your own problems at present, which is why you should consider working with your attorney.

Mediation and collaborative law: Know the differences

On behalf of Laufer, Dalena, Jensen & Bradley, LLC on Sunday, June 30, 2019.

Collaborative law and mediation can both be very helpful during your divorce. Collaborative divorces are different than those that end up in mediation, so it's good to learn about what makes them different.

In a collaborative divorce, couples who have decided to separate or divorce work with their attorneys and possibly other family professionals to come to an agreement regarding the end of the marriage. They will work through child custody arrangements, parenting plans, property division and other sections of the divorce one step at a time until they reach a resolution.

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