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Domestic abuse is a pervasive issue that affects millions worldwide. In the United States, it is estimated that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men experience severe intimate partner physical violence, intimate partner sexual violence or intimate partner stalking. These...
The hostility of a break-up can linger, but when unwanted contact escalates into a persistent pattern of fear and intimidation, it might be a sign of something more dangerous. Stalking can coincide with domestic violence, particularly in the context of estranged...
Domestic violence doesn’t just refer to physical attacks. It may involve sexual or verbal abuse, which can also include manipulation or emotional damage. It’s a jarring ordeal that affects all types of families, such as couples expecting a child, housemates and former...
Technology has opened whole new worlds for a lot of people – but any tool can be misused, and abusive spouses have discovered that modern tech is pretty adaptable to their needs. Now that so many aspects of daily life are automated or tied into the “Internet of...
Domestic violence is a sensitive topic, especially for victims. Nonetheless, it is a matter that has to be addressed immediately to avoid further damage to victims and their loved ones. There are several viable methods to approach domestic violence cases. However,...
Parenting is a challenging role, made even more complex when a restraining order enters the picture. These orders, common in domestic violence cases, are meant to protect victims from more harm. But how does such a legal action affect court-ordered parenting time for...
Courts take domestic violence allegations seriously, offering temporary protection to people claiming abuse even before the formal submission of proof of such claim. This is because domestic violence is a time-sensitive matter and victims must be separated from their...
Even after the issuance of a restraining order, domestic violence victims fear running across their abusers, thinking that the latter would retaliate because of the request for a protective order. Sadly, some restrained persons violate the court issuance against them...
Child custody cases vary, and courts review several factors, including any history of domestic violence, to decide custody and visitation arrangements for each case. Understandably, most domestic violence victims deal with anxiety and worry that their abuser might get...
Restraining orders serve as legal protection for victims of domestic violence or harassment. These orders aim to protect the victim by prohibiting contact or interaction with the defendant. However, what should you do if the defendant fails to abide by the terms of...