Elder Law, Family Law, and Estate Planning in Hackensack, New Jersey

  Although the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed many weak spots in our society, one of the most worrying is the vulnerability of long-term care facilities across the United States. New Jersey is no exception to this rule, and many frail and vulnerable people suffered greatly during this crisis. Issues have become quite clear, but what is the government doing to address this problem? While steps are being taken to tackle the problem, some are wondering if it is too little, too late. Perhaps you are currently living in an assisted living home, a retirement home, a long-term care facility, or another similar facility. If you are a  senior citizen in New Jersey , you are entitled to a number of inalienable rights. This past crisis has highlighted the fact that the government and private organizations are fully capable of violating these rights when they see fit. In order to hold these negligent parties accountable, it makes sense to hire a lawyer who is  familiar with elder law ...

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), is a federal law that requires certain employers to provide 12 weeks of unpaid leave to employees while still protecting their job for their return. There are certain requirements that must be met by both employers and employees to qualify. However, if you do qualify, this can be an important legal tool for use if you need to leave work for any family matter that qualifies.                                                                           Understanding the Family Medical Leave Act Many people think that the Family  Medical  Leave Act only allows a woman to take 12 weeks of leave after the birth of the child or the legal adoption of a child. However, the Family Medical Leave Act actually allows any employees under certain circumstances to take unpa...

Going through a divorce is never easy. Even if you find yourself in a good relationship with your former spouse, it can still be challenging to accept that you have to share custody of your children or even pay your former spouse alimony. Not every former spouse in a New Jersey divorce will wind up being awarded spousal support. It all depends on various factors that the court will examine such as length of the marriage, spouses’ income levels, and other factors. If  you are awarded spousal support , the following are some smart uses for those payments.                                                                       Find a Place to Live Unless you have been told you can remain in the marital home, you will need to find a new place to live. You might be wondering how you can afford a new residence,...