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“Two, Four, Six, Eight, When do we Emancipate?”
New Jersey parents have a legal obligation to provide for the basic needs of their minor child, including food, clothing, housing, medical care, and education. In most states, when a child reaches the age of 18, that child is an adult in the eyes of the law, and the parents are no longer legally bound…
Read More“What truthful facts of my life am I legally entitled to withhold if directly questioned at a job interview or on a job application?”
While NJ law clearly protects job applicants from unlawful discrimination of all kinds, including age, gender, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or disability, the applicant must be forthcoming where truth is required. There are cases in which this distinction is not entirely black and white, so some explanation is in order. You were fired…
Read More“Why Should I Want a Divorce Coach?”
On the social science scale of stress, most adults report that divorce is the most stressful event of their lifetime, just short of death of a loved one. There are endless details to manage, as well as emotional challenges. If children are involved, things are endlessly messy from start to finish, and for years to…
Read MoreWhen the Tongue is Less Mighty than the Sword — NJ Employers Should Avoid EEOC Complaints and Federal/State Lawsuits Over Foolish Speech
Employers sometimes find themselves in legal hot water over things they have said to their employees, even when their intentions were good. To foster an ethical work environment, employers should avoid crossing certain lines in conversation with employees. Here are some common topics of office life that could lead to actionable misunderstandings: Harassment Perhaps most…
Read MoreDoes Anybody Truly Win in Divorce?
It is axiomatic in divorce litigation: no one truly wins, and in fact each party may feel like a loser at the bitter end of a difficult process. While recognizing the reality that not every case may be settled to the satisfaction of both parties, many people would be shocked to learn that a well-negotiated,…
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