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Social Media Evidence In Family Court Proceedings

11-10-2020

In our digital age, there can be a lot of evidence that is posted on social media. Whether on purpose or accidental, once it is posted publicly it can be used in court. This evidence can be helpful during family law proceedings including child custody and divorce. If someone deletes…

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Understanding A Domestic Violence Injunction

11-03-2020

In the United States, domestic violence has sadly become a common occurrence. Statistics gathered by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) show that on average, 20 people are physically abused by an intimate partner every minute. That equates to more than 10 million men and women every year! With…

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Family Law Attorney in New Jersey

10-27-2020

Family law is complex. Whether you are navigating a divorce, coming up with a child custody agreement, or seeking alimony from a former spouse, it can be a delicate and drawn out process. At the Law Office of Jordan B. Rickards, we offer a variety of family law services to…

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The Mediation Process

10-20-2020

Are you having issues with your spouse? Whether you are going through a divorce or facing an argument that cannot seem to be resolved, you may want to consider mediation to help you through this trying time. Mediation is a form of dispute resolution where the parties work with a…

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Make Sure Your Marriage Agreements Are In Order

10-13-2020

As divorce rates continue to increase, second or third marriages are becoming much more common. It’s very important that you protect your family and assets in any marriage, but this can become even more complicated and necessary if you are blending established families together. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss various…

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Obtaining A Restraining Order Prior To Divorce

10-06-2020

Are you worried for your safety in your marriage or recently following your divorce? Millions of Americans are subjects of domestic abuse including: Physical assault Verbal abuse Sexual harassment Stalking And more If you have experienced any of these recently from your spouse or ex-partner, you may be able to…

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Understanding How DUIs Are Issued

09-29-2020

Most people assume that if they drive at all after consuming alcohol, they will easily and quickly find themselves on the wrong side of a DUI charge. However, you can only be charged with a DUI in the state of New Jersey if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is greater…

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Hiring An Attorney For A Prenuptial Agreement

09-22-2020

When you are about to get married to the love of your life, the last thing on your mind is a prenuptial agreement. You just can’t wait to spend the rest of your life in a dream! However, obtaining a prenuptial agreement is extremely important just to give peace of…

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Understanding Emergency Child Custody In New Jersey

09-08-2020

Are you worried for the safety of your child or the violation of your parental rights due to erratic behaviour or potential living situation changes from your ex-partner? In these cases, you can pursue an emergency child custody order in the New Jersey court system. When you need to ensure…

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What To Know Before You File For Divorce

09-01-2020

Divorce is a hard situation for everyone involved, and it can lead to a lot of stress and emotional hardship. But if you and your partner have decided that separating will be for the best, you will need to have all of your information in order to ensure that you…

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Father’s Rights In New Jersey Divorce

08-12-2020

As a parent, you want to be able to give your child the advantages and experiences that he or she deserves throughout their whole life. It is important for children to grow with the love and support of both parents whenever possible. If you and your spouse are separating, it…

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State of New Jersey v. J.P.: Vehicular Homicide

07-23-2020

In this homicide case, Mr. Rickards’ twenty-year-old client was accused of driving his Dodge Ram Pickup truck at a “high rate of speed” on Route 27 in Edison, New Jersey, and striking a BMW sedan, killing its ninety-three-year-old driver. Mr. P. was charged with Vehicular Manslaughter by the Middlesex County’s…

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