If you are thinking about filing for divorce, it’s important to know how to let your spouse know it. In some couples, the idea of divorce may be in one partner’s mind, but far from the other’s. In others, there may be dissatisfaction or even counseling and separation, but not an agreement on divorce. There are two aspects to letting …
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3 Excuses People Give for Driving Drunk
Driving while impaired by alcohol causes far too many injuries and deaths on the nation’s highways every year. A person is killed by a driver who is impaired by alcohol roughly every 50 minutes of every day, all year around, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That’s 29 people per day – nearly all entirely preventable. …
6 Examples of Car Accident Compensation
Following any kind of vehicle collision where you’ve suffered injury or sustained major damage to your vehicle, you are probably wondering what types of compensation are available for your losses. Whether the wreck happened in New York or New Jersey, recovery can be painful, expensive and time-consuming. The best approach to getting an accurate assessment on the potential value of …
Child Support and the 2018 Tax Law: What Changes?
Rockland County divorce attorney Paul Goldhamer, Esq. is a co-founder of the New York & New Jersey law firm of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman. Mr. Goldhamer was chosen as a “Super Lawyer” in 2014 by Superlawyers.com for his work in estate law and matrimonial law. He also maintains a packed schedule of charity work, teaching and guest appearances on radio and …
Why You Should Consider Postponing Your Divorce
Bergen County divorce lawyer Paul Goldhamer, Esq. is a founding partner at the NY & NJ law firm of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman. Mr. Goldhamer was selected by the prestigious Superlawyers.com as a “Super Lawyer” in 2014 for his work in matrimonial law and estate law. Mr. Goldhamer also keeps busy with teaching, lecturing, charity work and as a guest on various …
Why Prenuptial Agreements Drafted Prior to 2019 Are in Jeopardy
New York & New Jersey divorce lawyer Paul Goldhamer, Esq. is a co-founding partner at the law firm of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman. When not practicing matrimonial and estate law in NY & NJ, Mr. Goldhamer packs a busy schedule with charitable efforts, lecturing, TV & radio appearances and more. Paul was named a “Super Lawyer” by Superlawyers.com in 2014. From Paul Goldhamer, Esq.: …
Timeframe for Divorce: How Long Does It Take?
Deciding to initiate the divorce process is a major step, regardless if you and your soon-to-be ex are on good terms or not. While most couples facing the end of a marriage want to move on with their lives as swiftly as possible, there are several factors that will determine the length of a divorce proceeding, such as where you …
Bergen County Heroes of the Month: CBHCare
The law office of Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman is proud to support Community Heroes of the Month, Comprehensive Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. CBHCare’s mission is to provide behavioral health care to the Bergen community. This much needed community service treats individuals and families in the Bergen community for such issues as: Parent-child conflicts Substance abuse Interpersonal relationships Depression Anxiety and phobia …
Study Finds Traffic Death Increase Related to Ridesharing Services
Emerging research from Rice University and University of Chicago shows an increase in fatal car accidents after ridesharing companies Lyft and Uber began operations in cities. The research suggests that additional traffic wrought by ridesharing services is directly related to a 3.5% uptick in traffic deaths, which amounts to 987 fatalities each year. It is estimated that the costs associated with …
Reverting to Your Maiden Name After Divorce: 4 Common Questions and Answers
Many women would like to revert to their maiden name after a divorce, but are not sure how it is done or whether they are expected to do it or not. Others may not be sure it is necessary, or may even want to change their last name to a third option, neither their maiden name nor their married name. …