Do You have to Pay Child Support in a NJ Domestic Violence Case? In the Garden State, parents have a legal duty to financially support their child. It does not matter if one of the parents does not have a relationship with the child, nor does it matter if the parent has never seen or […]
Understanding the Reasons Restraining Orders Are Denied in NJ Reasons for a denial of a restraining order vary, based on whether the order being denied is temporary or final in nature. Why would a judge deny a temporary restraining order in New Jersey? Usually, a Municipal Court judge hears temporary restraining order applications when the […]
Can You get Alimony in a Domestic Violence Case in NJ? Violent physical, emotional, mental, and financial abuse in a relationship bears many hidden tragedies. Not only do victims of domestic violence often suffer physical and emotional injury, perhaps bruises, broken bones, and fear that affects their health and mental wellbeing, but often victims of […]
Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence in New Jersey Sadly, it is common for many spouses or soon to be ex-spouses to file false or exaggerated domestic violence complaints in order to gain leverage in a divorce or other action. Nevertheless, false complaints are regularly filed and sadly, real victims and innocent defendants are harmed. As […]
Restraining Order for Economic Abuse & Employment Interference in NJ Many believe that domestic violence is limited to physical abuse being perpetrated against a partner or spouse. Such conduct is unquestionably domestic violence and cannot be tolerated. However, the term domestic violence is much broader. New Jersey and Federal laws are drafted to protect against […]
Restraining Orders for Emotional Abuse in New Jersey Domestic Violence Allegations of Emotional Abuse in New Jersey Despite what you might have heard, domestic violence is not limited to violence. Many people wrongfully focus on the word “violence” and automatically assume that if a person is not beating, choking, or otherwise committing some form of assaultive […]
How Does Anger Management Affect Restraining Order Cases in New Jersey? Anger Accusations in New Jersey Restraining Orders An inability to control anger and rage can lead to serious consequences, especially if one has a family. In New Jersey, an uncontrolled outburst can result in criminal charges being filed, a restraining order being entered, and […]
What Should You Do If DCPP Is Investigating Your Family for Domestic Violence? The Division of Child Protection and Permanency (DCPP), a division of the New Jersey Department of Children and Families, recognizes domestic violence as a matter of control through repeated threats or abuse. Through violence, a batterer coerces their victim or victims with […]
Police Officer Weapon Possession Rights Under NJ Restraining Orders Is an Officer Allowed to Possess a Weapon if Subject to a Restraining Order in New Jersey? Under both Federal and State law in New Jersey, if a person is subject to a restraining order, he or she is prohibited from possessing a firearm. For many […]
NJ Domestic Violence: Who Counts as a Household Member? What is a Household Member for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in New Jersey? For the purposes of making a distinction between typical crimes and crimes of domestic violence, the laws in New Jersey clarify that domestic violence involves those cases in which a family member, […]
With offices in Hackensack, Morristown, Newark, Middletown, and New Brunswick, our lawyers can represent you anywhere in New Jersey and are available immediately to assist you at 908-336-5008
