Most domestic violence claims happen behind closed doors. And these make them quite complex to litigate. What is more taxing is coming up with an effective defense if you’re charged with hurting the person you profess your love. If you are charged with domestic...

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Why do people make false domestic violence claims?
Even the happiest of relationships have their ups and downs. However, when a breakdown in the relationship escalates to the point of violence or threats of violence, the police might get involved. Being accused of domestic violence is a big deal. Even if you are not...
How domestic violence can affect your parental rights
Raising kids in two different homes, whether you and the other parent are divorced or were never married, can be challenging. In addition to requiring utmost cooperation, mistakes can make it difficult to do so successfully, and one of them is domestic violence. The...
What are the different forms of domestic abuse?
As the accused person in a domestic violence case, it's crucial to understand the various types of domestic violence that you may be charged with. While many cases focus on physical abuse, it’s possible that other forms will also be present. Besides physical abuse,...
3 defenses if you are charged with domestic violence
If you are accused of domestic violence, you are most definitely concerned about how this is going to impact various aspects of your life like your freedom, reputation, relationships and even career. However, as challenging as it may be, you want to focus on the...
How common are physical arguments between couples?
One thing that people will sometimes claim if they were accused of domestic violence is that they simply got into an argument. They disagreed with their spouse or their romantic partner. Things may have escalated, but they considered it to be a fairly normal...
2 ways you could worsen your domestic violence case
If someone accuses you of domestic violence, it can be tough to know what to do next. It’s such a frightening situation that many people do not think things through and act in ways that harm their defense. Here are some things you need to avoid doing: 1. Contacting...
Potential consequences of domestic violence charges
If you or someone you know is facing domestic violence charges, it's essential to understand the process and what options are available. In some cases, charges may be dropped if there is insufficient evidence or the alleged victim does not want to pursue the case....
Is physical punishment of children domestic violence?
The idea of using physical punishments for children is controversial for some parents. While there are those who do this consistently and never think twice about it, others would never use any form of physical punishment with their children. In fact, the American...
I’ve been falsely accused of domestic assault. What should I do?
The justice system takes any form of violence extremely seriously. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for some people to make false domestic violence claims against family members. If you are falsely accused of domestic assault, you need to take the charges seriously. ...