“Narcissist” has become an increasingly common term in psychology, particularly in divorce. While narcissism is a personality disorder that can be toxic to be around, true narcissism tends to be a rare diagnosis. However, even though true narcissism is rare, many...
Divorce
What is a marital tort?
In New Jersey, a spouse can sue the other for injuring them in some way. However, the injured spouse must file for divorce or have a pending divorce process to bring up this type of claim in court and receive compensation. Since a marital tort claim can influence the...
What happens with precious metals and jewelry in divorce?
For some couples, precious metals such as gold and silver and expensive jewelry are critical components of their investment portfolio. And, in other scenarios, the latter usually serve as gifts from one spouse to another. But what happens to these gold bars, gold...
Divorcing a narcissist
Divorce is hard, but divorcing a narcissist can feel like a nightmare. A narcissist is someone with a personality disorder who feels superior and lacks empathy for others. If your spouse shows signs of a narcissistic personality, you must prepare for a contentious...
3 options for dealing with a mortgage in a divorce
Going through a divorce in New Jersey is always tough. Child custody negotiations and property division are never cut and dry. One of the hardest things to deal with in a divorce is a mortgage for a shared home. If you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse are still making...
Common mistakes made during a divorce
New Jersey residents who go through a divorce will find that even the most amicable splits are tough on both parties. But divorces that include a spouse not wanting to end the marriage, pointing fingers about the causes, or intentionally complicating the process can...
How to handle the business in a divorce
The unfortunate fact of marriage is that most will end up in a divorce. Although going through a divorce is nothing to be ashamed of, the real issue arises when a high-value asset such as a business is involved. Understandably, business owners in New Jersey may be a...