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By: Daniel P. Agatino, Ph. D., Esq.
So, you have decided to throw a holiday party. You’ve picked out the menu, you’ve written out the invitations and you’ve purchased the alcohol; you’re all set. Well, almost; there is still one more task you should consider. What is your alcohol policy going to be? It may seem odd to think about an actual alcohol policy but consider that many states have laws which hold party hosts liable for accidents caused by their intoxicated guests.
Divorce mediation in New Jersey should be defined as a process by which divorce related issues are resolved by the parties themselves with the assistance of a third neutral person with specialized knowledge. Divorce mediation is an alternative dispute resolution mechanism that has gained popularity in New Jersey as well as other states across the country. Divorce mediation is an attractive alternative to most of the other forms of dispute resolution, especially in light of the “high stakes” involved and the emotions of the parties, which, when mismanaged, can result in years of protracted and costly litigation.
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As a landlord, you have an expectation that the tenant will pay their rent on time. Often times it is imperative that the tenant do so in order for you, as owner of the rental, to pay the mortgage and/or taxes on that property.
What can you do if your tenant continuously pays their rent after the due date? Can you evict them for violation of the lease terms? The answer is yes.
New Jersey has publicized guidelines for the Court’s use in determining the amount of child support after a divorce. As a result, the Family Part judges set child support in a uniform fashion throughout the state. The theory behind these guidelines is that parents at different income levels spend a certain percentage of their combined incomes or a specific amount of money toward raising their child(ren). The statistics were generated by socio-economic studies. The Court may modify or disregard the guidelines only when good cause is shown or otherwise provided.
Any drug offenses in New Jersey can cause you to lose your driving privileges Some of the most common charges seen in the Municipal Courts in New Jersey are those...
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