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There is a presumption on death in favor of survivorship rights to the joint bank account holder unless there is clear and convincing evidence of a different intention at the time the account is created

16 Aug 2012, 8:48 am by PaulKostro

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A judge may determine that the lack of any communication between a parent and a child who is a college student renders the requirement that the parent contribute to the son’s educational costs inequitable

5 Aug 2012, 12:14 pm by PaulKostro

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New Jersey Chancery Court Applies Corporation Case Law to the Break-up of Limited Liability Companies

26 Jul 2012, 7:25 am by Scott I. Unger

A Bergen County, New Jersey Chancery Court held that the case law applicable to New Jersey corporations also relates to limited liability companies. [read post]

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The value of the marital home for purposes of equitable distribution is the present fair market value of the house less any outstanding encumbrances

3 Jul 2012, 8:01 am by PaulKostro

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Generally, a trial court should not grant summary judgment when discovery on material issues is incomplete

15 Jun 2012, 2:30 pm by PaulKostro

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An abuse of discretion arises when a decision is made without a rational explanation, inexplicably departed from established policies, or rested on an impermissible basis

13 Apr 2012, 7:51 am by PaulKostro

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Can a Debt Collector Leave Me a Voicemail Message?

4 Apr 2012, 11:28 am by rnahoum

In a 2006 court decision called Foti v. [read post]

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Where jurisdiction is at issue, the burden is on plaintiffs to allege or plead sufficient facts to warrant the court’s exercise of jurisdiction

2 Apr 2012, 11:50 am by PaulKostro

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New Jersey Juror Declared In Contempt For Googling During Jury's Deliberations

28 Mar 2012, 8:39 pm by Glenn R. Reiser

In the Matter of Daniel Kaminsky, Superior Court of New Jersey, Bergen County (March 13, 2012). [read post]

New Jersey Attorney Law Review Blog - http://newjerseylawreview.blogspot.com/

Every pleading must contain a statement of the facts on which the claim is based, showing that the pleader is entitled to relief, and a demand for judgment for the relief to which the pleader claims entitlement

27 Mar 2012, 4:15 pm by PaulKostro

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The essential element in a claim of a breach of the good faith obligation is a finding of improper motive

23 Mar 2012, 7:22 am by PaulKostro

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While incorporation of a PSA into a divorce decree does not render it immutable, nor its terms solely governed by contract law, nevertheless, if found to be fair and just, it is specifically enforceable in equity

2 Mar 2012, 1:10 pm by PaulKostro

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Spousal agreements and confidential relationships

2 Mar 2012, 1:07 pm by PaulKostro

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When trying a matrimonial matter, absent a stipulation from the parties, the trial judge must decide all collateral issues, including the incidental details associated with each issue

7 Feb 2012, 2:16 pm by PaulKostro

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Absent a valid excuse, a person who does not comply with a subpoena to testify may be held in contempt — the exercise of a valid testimonial privilege constitutes an adequate excuse

30 Jan 2012, 11:58 am by PaulKostro

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Where the appellate court is unable to detect an express rationale for an attorneys’ fees award, the appellate court must remand for a proper explanation of reasons

11 Dec 2011, 6:20 pm by PaulKostro

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The party challenging the validity and enforceability of a PSA must show that its terms, in light of changed circumstances, are unfair and unjust

10 Nov 2011, 3:14 pm by PaulKostro

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Despite agreements to the contrary, an award of fees can be made when the parties have unequal financial positions

2 Nov 2011, 9:59 am by PaulKostro

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Collateral estoppel bars relitigation of any issue which was actually determined in a prior action, generally between the same parties, involving a different claim or cause of action

31 Oct 2011, 3:11 pm by PaulKostro

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Even relevant evidence may be excluded if its probative value is substantially outweighed by the risk of undue prejudice, confusion of issues, or misleading the jury

17 Aug 2011, 3:05 pm by PaulKostro

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