On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Car Accidents on Friday, March 28, 2014. As you increase in age, your body changes. Your body can take longer to heal, recuperate and get back to normal after an accident. A hospital stay resulting from a car accident can be longer for an older person. […]
Archives for March 2014
Stock options and divorce
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. New Jersey couples who have reached the end of a marriage may have many issues with property division, among other complications to deal with during divorce proceedings. One item that couples may have to address is the division of […]
Who gets the tax exemption for children after a divorce?
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Thursday, March 20, 2014. Tax day is less than a month away. New Jersey residents who are divorced with children will need to figure out which parent gets to claim the tax exemption. Unless the parents agree otherwise, under IRS rules the parent […]
Elderly abuse video a caution for New Jersey nursing homes
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Nursing Home Neglect on Thursday, March 20, 2014. New Jersey nursing home providers know that the training and support they provide to their care aides and staff is important. Oftentimes, the staff is the most important part of providing a safe and nurturing environment for […]
Why everyone should have financial literacy before divorce
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Divorce on Friday, March 14, 2014. In some marriages, the reality is that one spouse may often take the lead on family finances. Sometimes, this means the other spouse may know very little about the bigger financial picture of the marriage. Unfortunately, when a divorce […]
NFL player Derek Wolfe says seizure linked to spinal injury
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Spinal Cord Injuries on Wednesday, March 12, 2014. A spinal cord injury can have long-term effects if not treated properly. People who suffer these injuries while at work or due to someone’s negligence could see their health risks increase in the long-term. But, advances in […]
Infected pet rat bite serves as warning for New Jersey parents
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Animal Bites on Thursday, March 6, 2014. A pet bite can cause plenty of damage to an unaware child or adult. A bite by an infected animal can even cause death if not treated correctly. Animal providers have a responsibility to care and adequately vaccinate their […]
Can a QDRO help your divorce situation?
On behalf of Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP posted in Family Law on Wednesday, March 5, 2014. New Jersey residents who have gone through a divorce know how complicated and emotionally draining the process can be. Once the divorce is finalized, the enforcement of the settlement may become the next headache for men and women. Even […]