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How Cohabitation Affects Alimony in New Jersey
By Arykah Trabosh
Alimony is a critical part of divorce proceedings. Alimony helps bridge the financial gap between ex-spouses. It is designed to support an ex-spouse financially until they become self-supporting. However, in New Jersey, after the court orders alimony and a significant change in circumstances occurs, the order can be modified. One of the situations that can…
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Examples of Microaggressions That Can Be Considered Discrimination
Microaggressions are statements, actions, or incidents that are often subtle or unintentional that negatively target a marginalized group or individual. Microaggressions are a subtle form...
Steps to Take After Your Spouse Wants a Divorce
If your marriage has been struggling, you may have seen divorce on the horizon. Sometimes, spouses are blindsided by the divorce request. Whether you saw...
Some Important Facts About the Family and Medical Leave Act
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is one of the most significant advances for families in the United States. While the FMLA has been...
The Adoption Home Study
Choosing to adopt is a major life-changing decision. Adoption changes the life of not only the adoptive parent(s) but also that of the adoptee. If...
Debunking Five Prevalent Adoption Myths
Adoption is a process that is misunderstood by many. If you are considering adoption, it is crucial that you take time to understand the adoption...
Who is a “Similarly Situated Employee?”
Employment discrimination occurs when an employee or a job applicant is treated unequally or unfairly because of their protected characteristics. Employment discrimination is illegal in...
Can Social Media Affect My Employment Law Claim?
Today, most people use social media. According to the Pew Research Center, about seven in ten Americans use social media for various reasons. If you...
Why Should You Work With an Adoption Attorney?
Every year, more than 100,000 children are adopted in the U.S. across all types of adoptions. It is estimated that approximately five million Americans alive...
Wrongful Termination in New Jersey
Unless contractual obligations exist, employees in New Jersey are considered “at-will.” An employer can fire an at-will employee at any time for any reason or...
Types of Adoption in New Jersey
Adoption is the legal process in which individuals or couples take on the responsibility of raising a child when the child is unable to remain...
A Guide to the PUMP Act
In December 2022, the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2023 was signed into law. This Act includes several provisions that affect employers and employees, including the Providing...
Common Divorce Mistakes to Avoid During a New Jersey Divorce
If you are going through a divorce in New Jersey, it is vital that you understand the things you should do and those you should...
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How Cohabitation Affects Alimony in New Jersey
Alimony is a critical part of divorce proceedings. Alimony helps bridge the financial gap between ex-spouses. It is designed to ...
Read More New DOL Guidance on Worker Classification
In New Jersey, workers are categorized as employees or independent contractors. Misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor (IC) deprives ...
Read More Can I Appeal a New Jersey Divorce Judgment?
Usually, when a judge makes a divorce ruling, the decision is final. However, you can appeal the decision if you ...
Read More What to Do if You are Fired for Being “Too Old”
Imagine being a committed employee who is never late for work and who others can depend on and then losing ...
Read More What Expenses Does New Jersey Child Support Cover?
In New Jersey, parents are obligated to support their children emotionally and financially even if they do not live together, ...
Read More What Damages Can I Recover if My Employer Didn’t Pay Me Overtime?
Federal and state laws require employers to pay overtime to eligible employees who work for more than 40 hours a ...
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