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When an Unborn Child Is Moved Across State Lines
In a case making national headlines, skier Bode Miller seeks custody of a child moved across state lines while in utero.
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Settlement in Chambers
Matrimonial Courts routinely accept that oral settlements dictated on the record in open courts are valid and binding. But here's what you need to know.
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Imputed Income: A Look at What Courts Find Persuasive
In cases where historical and current income cannot form the basis for support awards, courts have the discretion to impute income to one or both of the parties ...
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Discussion of several key issues.
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New Jersey's Offer of Judgment Rule
New Jersey's recent amendments to Offer of Judgment Rules have been plaintiff oriented. Here's a look at what this means.
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Document Exchange Breaches
What would happen if a clien'ts information was breached or hacked? It is an alarming possibility and one that should rightfully occupy your thoughts.
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