Jon Summers, a family lawyer in Los Angeles, answers: To obtain a domestic violence restraining order, you must show that you’ve been a victim of domestic violence as defined in the California Family Code. You can represent yourself or retain counsel to assist you. In an emergency situation, you should contact your local police immediately. […]
Domestic Violence and Abuse
Podcast: New Jersey Restraining Orders & Domestic Violence
Bradley Beach divorce lawyer Brian Winters explains how courts respond to domestic violence and how victims can obtain New Jersey restraining orders.
Can I remove my spouse from the marital home before we are divorced?
Can I remove my spouse from the marital home before we are divorced? Read on to see what Chicago family lawyer Julie Neubauer says on the matter.
When is fault important in a divorce case?
The important fault cause of action is adultery. You would file under adultery if you believe your spouse has dissipated assets with regards to spending money on an affair and that is a legitimate and important reason for people to file for fault divorce. There are also fault causes of action in cases of extreme […]
Podcast: Rosanne DeTorres on Domestic Violence in New Jersey
Rosanne DeTorres, a New Jersey family Lawyer, talks about domestic violence in New Jersey and the options available for residents in this situation.
Podcast: Attorney David Echols on Issues Related to Children & Divorce
David Echols, an Oklahoma Family Attorney, discusses how Oklahoma courts will treat factors such as child custody, visitation, issues of paternity and more.
What Exactly Constitutes Domestic Violence?
I think I’m a victim of domestic violence. My husband has never hit me, but his verbal assaults are getting more frightening every day. What exactly constitutes domestic violence?
What Exactly is Child Abuse and Who Must Report It?
“What is Child Abuse and Who Must Report It?” (PDF)
What Exactly Constitutes Domestic Abuse?
“I think I’m a victim of domestic violence. What exactly constitutes domestic abuse?”
Wht is the process of obtaining a restraining order in Colorado?
Put a stop to your abuse by learning how to first file a temporary restraining order, and then making the order permanent.
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