In cases of domestic violence, people in New Jersey have several options to achieve a level of protection from their abusers. Temporary restraining orders and permanent protective orders can be helpful tools in achieving separation from an abusive partner, but both do...
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Some New Jersey towns report high rates of domestic violence
While some victims of domestic violence in New Jersey choose not to report their abuse, many others do choose to alert the authorities. When the police become involved, a formal record is created. The numbers are in for 2015 and it appears as though, geographically...
Tips for emotionally surviving divorce
Even if your divorce is your idea or is amicable, it is likely one of the most emotional times of your life. Grief and guilt may mix with feelings of relief.Being proactive about your emotions is one way to survive divorce intact. Here are some tips to help. Retain as...
What you should know about domestic violence
Leaving an abusive relationship in Mount Holly may involve considerations that go beyond the emotional trauma you have suffered as a result of the mistreatment. At , we understand the challenges that victims of domestic violence face, and...
What is nesting and could it work for my custody situation?
If you are in the process of getting divorced in Mount Holly, you may be worried about how your children will adjust to their new reality. Many kids find the transition to two separate households difficult and this can affect their lives in many ways. That is why some...
Tips for talking to your children about divorce
When parents go through a divorce in Mount Holly, they not only have to worry about their own emotional well-being, but also the emotional health of their children. While dealing a divorce can be difficult for children, there are some ways that parents can help make...
Could you be accused of parental alienation?
Many family courts are beginning to recognize Parental Alienation as a problem in divorced families. The definition of PA is "any constellation of behaviors, whether conscious or unconscious, that could evoke a disturbance in the relationship between a child and the...
How will my divorce affect my social security eligibility?
Finances and the ability to support oneself in the future are some of the top concerns people have when their marriage comes to an end. If you are going through a divorce in Mount Holly and are close to retirement age, you may be wondering about how your split will...
A woman can be a husband, Tennessee judge finds
What constitutes a family in New Jersey these days is often very different than what was considered traditional in times past. Laws have not necessarily been updated to reflect that and it often falls to the courts to interpret and make sense of the statutes that are...
Why is the risk of divorce greater for second marriages?
Many people whose first Mount Holly marriage ends in divorce choose to forego walking down the aisle a second time. However, others have no hesitation about taking the plunge again. If a second, or third, marriage is on your horizon, here are some reasons why...