In New Jersey, non-custodial parents who fail to make child support payments can be arrested and have their wages or assets garnished. To receive the monthly payments they need, custodial parents may have to petition the court for an enforcement order.New Jersey...
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Month: December 2013
1 in 10 respondents say spouses, partners are financial bullies
Spouses who can't get along sometimes take their frustrations out in unexpected ways. Unfortunately, unhappy marriages too often lead to physical and verbal abuse, and New Jersey spouses faced with this sort of situation need to be aware of their legal options....
Bode Miller given temporary custody, will take child to Olympics
It appears that Olympic skier Bode Miller and his son's mother have made some headway in establishing a workable parenting plan. As New Jersey residents have probably gleaned from headlines, Miller and his ex-flame, Sarah McKenna, have been involved in a heated and...
Guidelines regarding retirement at issue in alimony debate
Should New Jersey residents be required to pay alimony after they retire? Should there be more guidelines for judges in deciding if or when a modification of spousal support is in order? And what about situations involving recipients of alimony who benefit financially...
It’s common: Waiting until after the holidays to divorce
It's no secret that the holidays can be a tough time of year for spouses experiencing marital problems. The situation is even more difficult if children are involved. New Jersey residents going through this kind of situation should know that they are not alone.Divorce...
Unmarried couples might face unique challenges upon breaking up
Over the last few generations, family and relationship dynamics have undergone significant change. Today, it's not uncommon for couples to live together and purchase major assets (such as vehicles or houses) without getting married. Although the decision to live...