Posts Tagged ‘Restraining order’

Victim of domestic violence?

Are you the victim of domestic violence?  If you answered, “yes”, you probably need a restraining order to protect you from future attacks or abuse. Domestic violence is also known as spousal abuse and consists of abusive behavior by one or both partners in a domestic situation, such as a marriage.  All couples argue and… Continue reading →

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Are you a victim of domestic abuse?

Domestic abuse is an attempt by another person to cause or intentionally cause bodily injury.  The individual places the victim in fear of imminent serious bodily injury or harassment that causes significant emotional distress. If you are a victim of domestic abuse, this is a serious issue and you should immediately take steps to protect… Continue reading →

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Spousal abuse

The ending of a relationship may be one of the most stressful times a person goes through in their lifetime.  When both parties decide it is time to end the relationship, all is okay.  However, when only one person wants the relationship over, the actions and reactions of the parties may precipitate angry feelings. If… Continue reading →

Restraining orders

A restraining order can be filed by a spouse who feels he or she has suffered from domestic violence or spousal abuse.  Having a restraining order filed against you will require that you keep from approaching or contacting your spouse, children, or both – depending on the circumstances of the charges. In many divorce cases… Continue reading →

Did your ex-husband hit you?

Have you recently filed for divorce and your husband is against it?  Is he taking his frustrations and anger out on you with physical abuse? Divorce brings out many emotions in the couple, including confusion, uncertainty and anger.  Unfortunately, some people cannot handle divorce and resort to violence against ex-spouses.  When a divorce involves physical… Continue reading →

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Divorce and a restraining order

A restraining order can be an important tool in an individual’s domestic violence safety plan.  However, when it comes to divorce, it can be used as a strategic weapon.  If a restraining order is abused, it has the potential to hurt a parent’s chances of child custody and/or visitation. A restraining order is a court-ordered… Continue reading →

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Domestic violence and protective orders

California takes domestic violence issues very seriously.  Both the accused and the alleged victim have rights that need to be protected. If there is a real threat of harm, a court will issue a protective or restraining order.  In most cases, claims of domestic violence are true, however, sometimes claims have no merit and are… Continue reading →

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What is a protective order?

Are you going through a bad divorce?  Is there family violence going on in your home?  If so, it is most likely to continue. If you need immediate action to protect your family, you need to request a restraining order.  It will provide protection against family violence by preventing the abuser from visiting or communicating… Continue reading →

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Man violates his restraining orders

Police have arrested a man accused of violating numerous restraining orders that his neighbors have filed against him. The man is accused of sitting near the swimming pool in the complex where he resides although the restraining order forbids that. He is also accused of posting offensive and sexually-oriented messages on the Internet about his… Continue reading →

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Domestic violence leads to death

A 28-year old woman with a history of abuse from her husband is now dead.  The woman’s sister told police that since her sister left the husband, she had become a target for continued harassment and verbal abuse.  The abused sister told her sister not to worry. A little more than a year ago the… Continue reading →

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