Spouses in New Jersey who are in the middle of a divorce are dealing with an incredible strain. More often than not, divorce will affect one's emotional well-being as few people emerge from divorce unscathed. However, there are steps to take to preserve psychological...
Morristown New Jersey General Law Blog
Fatal injuries becoming more common among older workers
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has analyzed the number of workplace fatalities from 1992 to 2017 and found that while there was a 17% decline overall, the number of older workers (55 and older) who died rose 56%. Employees in New Jersey, regardless of the industry...
Extraordinary child support expenses
Most New Jersey divorce cases utilize a standardized child support formula in order to arrive at the appropriate amount of support. However, the basic child support formula doesn't cover unique circumstances. While the child support formula asks questions about...
Learn to take the high road in a divorce
In New Jersey, whether two parties can stay out of court during their divorce depends on more than just what they are negotiating over in the agreement. If they end up fighting personal battles, it will diminish the chance that they can settle their case without the...
Be flexible in 50-50 co-parenting arrangements
A New Jersey divorce that ends in a 50-50 custody split will most likely result in the children alternating weeks between their parents' homes. While that may be the most convenient solution, experts are now recommending against this traditional custody split because...
Fathers must protect their rights in a divorce
In New Jersey, fathers often believe that they are starting a divorce in a weakened position. That perception reinforces itself because fathers make common mistakes that end up putting them in a bad situation that will then endure until the children are grown. Fathers...
Key tips for business owners deciding to divorce
As a small business owner in New Jersey, you know how complex it can be at times to deal with the company's financial and legal responsibilities. While you may think of divorce as primarily an emotional and personal issue, it is a major financial undertaking. This is...
Employers must report serious workplace injuries
New Jersey employers have a responsibility to take official note of the injuries suffered by their workers on the job. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides Form 300 to record workplace incidents. While some employers are conscientious...
Fatal crashes rise in week following start of DST
Some states, including Florida, Alabama and Washington, are debating whether or not to abolish daylight saving time. Residents of New Jersey can probably guess the reason for this. The spring switch to DST has been connected with health issues due to its disruption of...
Delayed start times may decrease teenage driving accidents
Teenage drivers in New Jersey and across the United States are at an increased risk of being involved in car accidents. Getting more sleep during the week may change those statistics. A study published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine determined that later...


