A motor vehicle accident can result in catastrophic changes to your life. In one moment, it can feel like your life turns upside down because of someone else's neglect. Spinal cord injuries are among some of the most severe car accident injuries. In a moving vehicle,...
Ocean Township Legal Blog
Is it the property owner’s responsibility to protect trespassers from injury?
A trespasser is someone who enters a property without the permission of the property owner. It is illegal to trespass, but what happens if the trespasser suffers an injury while on the property? According to the New Jersey Courts, the liability of a property owner...
How can you valuate your business for your divorce?
Running a business as a married couple may seem like an ideal choice during your relationship. However, when you divorce, the company and the assets that go with it may be up for debate. According to CNBC, a poll showed that about 98% of business owners do not know...
Getting ready for child support payments during your divorce
If you have kids and want to end your marriage, or currently find yourself in the middle of the divorce process, it is very important to review child support closely if you expect to owe payments. Failing to fulfill your child support obligations can result in harsh...
What should you know about joint custody?
Different custody options exist to give families in unique situations different potential paths that may support their individual needs and wants. Joint custody maintains its position as one of the most common options for custody, however. What should you know about...
Be prepared to document an auto collision
In the immediate aftermath of a crash, ensuring your own safety and the safety of others is essential. However, once you have sought medical attention and contacted the police, it may also prove important to document the incident as thoroughly as you can. Gather...
Is your spouse hiding assets under your nose?
Asset hiding involves one person trying to keep some assets in a place that their spouse does not know about. This can involve literally hiding physical money in places, or hiding assets in more creative and intangible ways. Hiding assets through digital wallets...
Avoid these common money mistakes amid divorce
A New Jersey divorce has the potential to cost you quite a bit of money, but it does not always have to be that way. There are a number of efforts you may want to make while your divorce is ongoing to help set yourself up for a successful and secure financial future...
Do you have medical privacy after a car accident?
If you like to keep your medical details as private as possible, your views are in line with medical ethical standards. In fact, according to the American Medical Association, medical privacy is an essential component of any successful doctor-patient relationship. In...
What can cause a car’s front seats to collapse?
If you have young children in your family, you undoubtedly understand the importance of using safety-rated car seats. After all, size-appropriate car and booster seats reduce a child's risk of suffering a serious injury in a car accident by almost 80%, according to...