In New Jersey, which parent decides if the child should get minor surgery?

Which parent decides if the child gets braces?

Which parent decides other day-to-day decision?

In Brzozowski v. Brozozowski, 265 NJ Super 141 (Ch Div 1993) the trial court was asked to decide if the non-custodial parent should be able to take the child for a minor surgical procedure over the objection of the custodial-parent. The court found that when the parents disagree, the court would side with the custodial parent. Of course, if the custodial-parent’s decision is not in the best interest of the child, the court will intervene.

Cumberland County Child Custody Attorneys