Divorce is an emotional experience that includes uncertainty and anger. There are some individuals that become extremely angry and resort to violence against their ex-spouse. It is a way for an individual to try and control the other person. Domestic violence or spousal abuse is considered to be any type assault committed against family members,… Continue reading →
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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 →
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 →
Domestic violence
Divorce is a very emotional experience filled with all kinds of emotions ranging from confusion and uncertainty to anger and violence. It is unfortunate when a spouse gets so angry that he or she turns to violence. Domestic violence is when an individual tries to control the other person. There are several types of abuse,… Continue reading →
Order of protection
You deserve to feel safe and protected. Has your relationship become violent? Do you think you need an Order for Protection? An Order of Protection can: · Order the defendant to stay away from your home · Order the defendant from committing any violent acts · Order the defendant from contacting you in any way,… Continue reading →
Signs of domestic violence
If you are afraid of your current or ex-partner, you have a right to be protected under the law. I have heard people ask if this applies to emotional abuse as well as physical abuse. When an individual suffers from emotional abuse, it is because their partner wants to control, degrade, humiliate and punish him… Continue reading →
What is family law?
Family law issues affect the very core of your life. They are usually very personal and can impact you both emotionally and financially. Family issues for the most part include divorce, your children (custody, support, and visitation), property division, domestic violence (restraining orders) and modifications of a court-ordered matter down the road. If you have… Continue reading →
What is covert abuse?
Covert abuse is a form of domestic abuse. It is about control and aggression and supreme rage. The abuser acts in an unpredictable and irrational manner. The smallest incident brings out his rage. He is not always the abuser; he sometimes enlists the help of other individuals, such as friends or family members. He gets… Continue reading →
Does domestic violence come into play?
I have been asked if misconduct or domestic violence by either spouse has anything to do with the final judgment of the court since California is a ‘no-fault’ divorce state. Yes; in some cases it does, especially where children are concerned. California law requires child custody issues to be determined by the best interests of… Continue reading →
Out-of-state restraining orders
Some victims leave the state where they have lived to protect themselves against further abuse. Domestic violence crosses state boundaries. Under the Federal Violence against Women Act, a woman fleeing the state with a restraining order can get enforcement of that order in the new state. According to this law, “all valid restraining orders granted… Continue reading →
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