Actress Kelly Rutherford, known for her role on Gossip Girl, has recently spoken with Dr. Phil about her highly publicized custody battle. According to The Huffington Post, which posted a video of the...
We previously blogged about Snyder & Sarno Partner Angelo Sarno’s argument before the New Jersey Supreme Court in Maeker v. Ross , a case in which the Beverly Maeker was seeking to enforce a palimony agreement...
Divorce May Hit Wealthy Kids Harder
Sep 24, 2014
As reported by The Huffington Post, a recent study has concluded that parental separation and divorce has a more of a negative impact on children from wealthy families. Researchers from Georgetown University and the...
Kris Jenner Files for Divorce from Bruce Jenner
Sep 23, 2014
As was recently reported by TMZ, Kris Jenner has officially filed for divorce from her husband, Olympian Bruce Jenner. Kris filed without a lawyer. Shortly thereafter, Bruce filed a response that was...
New Jersey Family Collaborative Law Act
Sep 18, 2014
Along with Governor Chris Christie’s recent passage of the alimony reform bill, which we previously blogged about, the Governor also recently signed into law the New Jersey Family Collaborative Law...
Imagine Going on a Weekend Getaway…To Get Divorced!
Sep 18, 2014
As was recently reported on Huffington Post, a new phenomenon is springing up in various cities, both internationally and in the United States. “Divorce hotels” allow couples to attend a weekend getaway at a...
NHTSA Slow to Act to Investigate Automobile Defects
Sep 16, 2014
We have previously blogged about the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) recent investigation into a defective ignition switch in numerous G.M. cars. As the New York Times has...
The New Jersey Superior Court recently published a case regarding the novel issue of whether a party in a divorce case can designate a surrogate, through a power of attorney, to testify on behalf of that party. A power of...
Governor Christie Signs Alimony Reform Bill into Law
Sep 11, 2014
We recently blogged about proposed legislation to amend the law in New Jersey regarding alimony. This week, as reported by NJ.com, Governor Chris Christie signed the alimony bill into law, drastically...
As we have previously blogged about, the FDA has recently begun investigating the use of a medical device called a power morcellator. Power morcellators have been used in women undergoing hysterectomies or myomectomies,...
We have previously blogged about the current debate over e-cigarette regulations. Because the product is relatively new, many are calling for stricter reforms and further research. E-cigarettes don’t...
In order to prove that there was some type of wrong in a medical malpractice case, the testimony of a medical expert is necessary in almost all cases. The New Jersey legislature has made it clear that courts...
August is National Child Support Awareness Month
Aug 25, 2014
In 1995, President Bill Clinton declared August as National Child Support Awareness Month, asking “the citizens of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies and activities.”...
Where Are All The Nurses In Nursing Homes?
Aug 22, 2014
When we put an elderly family member into a nursing home, we expect them to receive adequate care, especially considering their likely declining health. Most people, however, would be shocked to find out that a...
Do Doctors Learn at the Expense of Patient Safety?
Aug 21, 2014
As in any profession, the only way to learn the job is through practice and hands-on experience. There is no exception for the medical field. Doctors and nurses learn how to treat patients not only through...
Restraining Orders and Social Media
Aug 21, 2014
Yet another recent case, this time out of Michigan, is a shining example of why you should think before you post on social media, and how your social media actions can affect you in your family law case and possibly subject...
What We Can Learn about Divorce from Mrs. Doubtfire
Aug 21, 2014
With the recent passing of Robin Williams, most of America is remembering him for the various roles that he played, the way that he shaped an industry, and more importantly, the way that he touched people’s hearts through...
Arizona “Pregnant Man” May Get a Divorce
Aug 15, 2014
Recently, many states, like New Jersey, have recognized and legalized same sex marriage. This is important in that it not only grants equal rights to marriage to same sex couples, but it also gives same sex couples equal...
As we recently blogged about, the e-cigarette industry has become a source of debate for legislators. In our previous blog, we spoke about Senate investigations into the sale of e-cigarettes. Many senators...
Apparently a Parent
Aug 13, 2014
Generally, a child custody dispute is one between a child’s biological or adoptive parents. Occasionally, a child custody dispute can involve a third party if circumstances exist that could qualify the third party...