NHTSA Investigates Ford Cars

Jul 16, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
Following the recalls of major car manufacturers that we recently blogged about, it seems that the American-made manufacturer, Ford, is also experiencing problems with its automobiles that could potentially lead to future...

New Bill Asks for Childproof Liquid Nicotine Bottles

Jul 16, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
We recently blogged about the dangers of e-cigarettes. Not only do e-cigarette manufacturers potentially target young adults, but there is also growing concern that the liquid nicotine used in e-cigarettes could...

FDA Convenes Panel on Laparoscopic Surgery

Jul 16, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
We recently wrote a blog post about the potential dangers involved in laparoscopic surgery for women who undergo removal of uterine fibroids, or small tumor-like growths around the uterus. To that end, the FDA has recently...

Round One: Annulment; Round Tow: Divorce

Jul 10, 2014
SdDMW
NJ.com reports that Pamela Anderson has filed for divorce from poker pro husband Rick Salomon. This is the second marriage, and second dissolution, between Anderson and Salomon. The couple was married in 2007 and, after...

Airbag Recall Expanded

Jul 07, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
Various major car manufacturers have recently reported a recall of some of their vehicles because of airbags that could spontaneously explode, sending pieces of metal flying through the air. The airbags,...

Fighting Like Cats and Dogs for Custody

Jul 07, 2014
SdDMW
We recently blogged about the divorce between Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas.  Along with news of the split, TMZ also reported that Melanie Griffith will be seeking “custody” of the couple’s three...

Alimony Reform

Jul 07, 2014
SdDMW
As reported by NJ.com, a bill was recently passed by the New Jersey legislature that will change the law on alimony. The bill is currently awaiting approval by Governor Chris Christie.  Alimony is the payment...

Trading Counseling Sessions for College Expenses

Jun 30, 2014
SdDMW
In previous blogs, we have discussed that a child support obligation does not end until a child is emancipated, and that, many times, a child is unemancipated through the completion of his or her college education. We...

Be Careful What You Wish For

Jun 30, 2014
SdDMW
In certain instances in a New Jersey family court proceeding, attorney’s fees are available to one party or the other. The judge’s ability to award counsel fees is governed by Rule 5:3-5(c) and Rule 4:42-9....

FDA Warns – Laparoscopic or Minimally Invasive Surgery

Jun 26, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
Women face unique health concerns as they age, particularly in terms of their reproductive well-being. Uterine fibroids, or small tumors, are one common health concern among women. While most uterine fibroids will have no...

Update: Collaborative Divorce Bill

Jun 26, 2014
SdDMW
We recently blogged about a bill that was unanimously passed by the New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee on June 5, 2014, that would allow a divorcing couple to engage in the collaborative...

No Pictures, Please!

Jun 26, 2014
SdDMW
TMZ reports that, after their two year separation, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are finally and officially divorced. Of course, as with all divorces, other legal issues were included with their divorce, most...

The Dangers of E-Cigarettes

Jun 20, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
It is commonly known that cigarettes are dangerous. They contain hundreds of chemicals and toxins, many identified as carcinogenic, or cancer-causing. While millions of people smoke cigarettes on a daily basis, with...

There’s An App for That!

Jun 17, 2014
SdDMW
If you have a child support order in New Jersey, chances are you’ve logged into the New Jersey child support website to track your case information. Now, according to NJ.com, there is a new way to...

Striving To Keep a Split Amicable

Jun 13, 2014
SdDMW
According to the New Jersey Law Journal, on June 5th, the New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee unanimously passed a bill that would allow a divorcing couple to engage in the collaborative divorce...

Safety First. . .or Not

Jun 11, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
Since the invention of the automobile, cars have become a part of daily American life.  Vehicular safety is often of the utmost concern when it comes to traveling in or purchasing a car.  Most individuals expect...

Nursing Home Nightmare

Jun 10, 2014
Paul M. da Costa
Placing a loved one in a nursing home is a difficult decision for any family.  Family members can only hope that their loved ones are treated well when they receive elder care.  Many nursing homes, however, face...