If you were to ask people why they got married, the answers they provide often include an intangible emotional awareness of how important the other person is to them or their desire to be with that individual. In many ways, divorce is similar. Some people divorce for...
Your criminal record will follow you wherever you go. Depending on your criminal history and what you plan to do in life, it could prevent you from traveling, getting employed, getting housing or taking on loans. In short, one mistake could haunt you for the rest of...
Most people learn about the United States Constitution in school, but knowing what it says and understanding what it means are two different matters. All adults must know some fundamental rights that the Bill of Rights provides. When your rights are violated, those...
Domestic violence is a serious issue in the United States, and many people fail to understand the scope of the problem. Many families get torn apart because one spouse may be unable to manage negative emotions in a healthy manner and instead takes their feelings out...
If you have been accused of a crime, the last thing you should do is start making statements on social media. Keep in mind that there are many social media platforms that the police and prosecutors could access. If you post about your arrest or any relevant details,...
Your home is a huge part of your life. Aside from the sentimental value it likely holds, you and your spouse may have put significant financial efforts into your home over the years. Some couples spend as much as 30% of their average monthly income on their mortgages,...
The past month has brought a wave of changes to individual gun rights, affecting citizens in New Jersey and across the country. Amidst the frenzy of activity at both the Supreme Court and state levels, it can be difficult to stay up to date with all of the changes,...
If you have ever been arrested or detained – regardless of whether you were later convicted – you now have a criminal record. This event remains in your permanent history and follows you wherever you go. There are many deficits of having a criminal record, which can...
Regardless of whether you and your spouse are getting along, you will want to protect your kids during your divorce. It’s in your children’s best interests to consider your long-term arrangements before submitting your proposed parenting plan to a court. Think about...
There are many aspects of a child custody arrangement that must be worked out between divorcing parents. To develop a child custody agreement, parents will have to agree on legal and physical custody of their child and must remain focused on what is in the best...