During the divorce process in New Jersey, it's possible that one party could accuse the other of domestic abuse. These accusations could have a significant impact on the outcome of the divorce process as well as any proceedings involving child custody or visitation...
Domestic abuse can take many forms such as hitting a partner or controlling that person's money. It may be grounds for a New Jersey judge to issue a restraining order or take other steps to protect a victim. There are several common reasons why an individual may harm...
If you're in a marriage with an abusive spouse in New Jersey, you might be afraid to leave. Men and women both can be involved in relationships of this nature with the consequences of not obtaining a divorce outweighing the reasons why someone should stay. These...
Every day, domestic abuse affects millions of people in New Jersey and across the country. There are warning signs that can help you identify whether someone you love is facing abuse. What domestic abuse looks like Domestic violence can take many forms. It is common...
Many people in New Jersey that are victims of domestic violence feel like they are trapped in their situations. One of the main reasons this happens is because of the financial control that abusers leverage over their victims. Financial abuse may not be talked about...
Realizing you’re in an abusive relationship can be shattering. If you have denied it, you’re not alone. Many victims of domestic abuse deny the state of their relationships. In New Jersey, you can take the first step toward getting help by acknowledging the abuse....
If you are getting a divorce in New Jersey and have been a domestic violence victim, you have options for resolving the situation. You can choose how to divide your debt and assets as well as parenting time and child custody. A judge can also determine these issues...
Sometimes, the legal system in New Jersey needs to deal with very complex issues related to family. For example, there are cases when a parent has a history of domestic violence against a former partner. In those cases, should the parent have visitation rights to the...
If you have evidence that your estranged spouse committed domestic violence against you or your children, New Jersey takes it into consideration when coming to a decision on child custody. In addition to assault, domestic violence includes harassment, stalking,...
Domestic violence impacts many families both here in Clark, New Jersey, and elsewhere. Finding an effective solution that falls short of divorce is often impossible. If you're the victim of domestic violence and you're taking steps toward a divorce, we know that you...
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