Life insurance may offer an individual peace of mind. Primarily, knowing that loved ones will be provided for in the event of an unexpected passing is invaluable. Such is true at any stage in life, but for young families in particular, life insurance is often a core component of their […]
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New Jersey Supreme Court Decides Second Landmark “Special Needs” Case
October 2, 2014 | by Matheu NunnOn September 11, 2014, the New Jersey Supreme Court decided Saccone v. Board of Trustees of the Police and Firemen’s Retirement System; its second “special needs” related decision in the past two years (the first being J.B. v. W.B., 215 N.J. 305 (2013), which was handled by Einhorn Barbarito attorneys, […]
Importance Of Cultural Competence In Divorce
September 23, 2014 | by Jhanice DomingoIn order to truly advocate for clients from diverse cultures and backgrounds (hereinafter “diverse clients”) involved in divorce litigation, it is important to consider and understand various factors that may impact the case in a cross-cultural context: (1) the recognition of U.S. divorce decrees in foreign countries; (2) the norms […]
On September 10, 2014, Governor Chris Christie signed the alimony reform bill into law. For a detailed discussion on the changes that have been made by this law, please see this post by Daina C. Borteck, Esq.