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 →
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Are you a victim of domestic violence?
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 →
Domestic restraining order
Domestic restraining orders exist to protect individuals from abuse or harassment from another person, specifically a spouse or domestic partner. They are awarded with the intent of protecting the victim from the abuser. The restraining order prohibits the abuser from going to the victim’s home or place of employment, having written or oral communication with… 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 →
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 →
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 →
Civil domestic violence
Domestic violence is not always an act of violence against a spouse – sometimes it applies to a partner, a former partner or a person you may be dating. When a divorce is in process, claims of domestic violence are not uncommon, especially for those couples facing child custody cases. This can turn very unpleasant…. Continue reading →
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 →
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 →
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