Category Archives: Domestic Violence
Cyberstalking As Domestic Violence In Florida
Domestic violence is a serious problem in many relationships, and many spouses consider filing for divorce because they are the victims of abuse. According to a Forbes article, in one year, domestic violence call centers received 28,000 calls daily from victims of domestic violence. Unfortunately, this number is probably only a small fraction of… Read More »
Recap of Domestic Violence Protection Orders in Florida & How They May Affect Your Divorce
Domestic violence is a very serious issue plaguing America today. With huge names making the news for domestic violence charges (Johnny Depp and Michael Jace), our domestic violence attorneys feel that is important to recap your rights when faced with a domestic abuser. If you or a loved one is being abused at home,… Read More »
Can a Domestic Violence Victim Drop Charges in Florida?
Unfortunately, it is a quite common scenario: an individual will seriously injure his or her spouse in a domestic dispute and the victim, a family member, or a well-meaning neighbor will contact the police. The police will arrest the offender and charge them with domestic violence. While the victim should be happy that their… Read More »
False Allegations of Domestic Violence in Divorce
The divorce process is hard on everyone, but every once in awhile, one spouse will make the process a lot more difficult than it needs to be. From demanding outrageous and unfair settlements, to trying to keep the kids away from the other parent, our Boca Raton divorce attorneys have seen clients through a… Read More »
Seeking an Injunction Against Domestic Violence Could Save Your Life
In the summer of 2008, 22-year-old and eight-month pregnant Sarah Spirit called the Bell, Florida police department and informed them that her father was abusing her, and that she was scared for her life. Her father ended up serving six months in jail on a battery charge; however, Sarah did not feel it necessary… Read More »
Divorce and Domestic Violence: Tips for Proceeding
Specialized organizations like the National Coalition against Domestic Violence and law enforcement are well-suited to dealing with domestic violence issues. But in most cases, there are some general considerations of which a person in a violent situation can take account. Here are some things to keep in mind if you are in a violent… Read More »
Temporary Restraining Orders in Florida Domestic Violence Cases
If you are attempting to extricate yourself from a violent situation, always prioritize your (and any involved children’s) safety. But after taking the safety-first approach, and once you are no longer in immediate danger, the next step is to seek that which is often casually called a temporary restraining order (actually called a “petition… Read More »
Florida Media Questions Legal System’s Ability to Vindicate Domestic Violence Victims
Legal process and legislation surrounding the protection of domestic violence victims and the prosecution of perpetrators’ crimes have been a hot-button issue for some time. National attention to the issue has increased over the last several years as victims, advocates, and members of the criminal justice and legal community have stepped forward to argue… Read More »
Domestic Violence and Child Custody: Is the Abuser Entitled to Custody?
Child custody cases are often contentious affairs, with neither parent wanting to relinquish precious time with their child. But if there is a history of domestic violence between you and your child’s other parent, the desire to be awarded sole custody of your child has more to do with just time – it has… Read More »
When could I, should I, or do I, need to go to Mediation, and what is Mediation, temporary or otherwise anyway?
Mediation is a powerful tool in helping Parties resolve some or all their issues in a Dissolution of Marriage proceeding or otherwise. In Palm Beach County, Florida for example, a party wanting to go before a judge to request any kind of temporary relief, such as for child or spousal support, attorney’s or accounting… Read More »
