Domestic Violence

Maybe your ex has accused you of being abusive toward them, or perhaps the accusation involves allegations of inappropriate discipline when you have parenting time with your children. Claims of domestic violence or physical abuse can hurt a parent's chance at shared...

When issuing child custody orders, the court places the interests of the children first. It means that any situation on either parent’s side that affects the physical or mental well-being of the children will influence the court’s decision on custody matters. Domestic...

Relationships can get complicated, and disagreements may go overboard at times. You could find yourself facing false domestic violence charges after a heated argument with your spouse, and given the fact that victims often get the benefit of the doubt, you could find...

Domestic violence laws typically define who can be considered an alleged victim. While people often think of married couples or romantic partners when they hear the term “domestic violence,” the law is broader than that. It’s also not strictly confined to violent...

The typical domestic violence situation involves a female victim in a male who has been accused of violence. Some studies have found that up to 85% of victims are in fact female. This is the reason why people often assume that this is how it works. However, both men...

To say that you and your ex parted on poor terms is a massive understatement, and you’re still quite angry. Your anger may be entirely justified – but don’t let it land you behind bars. In this day and age, it’s painfully easy to find ways to electronically harass or...

You and your partner get into a serious disagreement. It ends with you threatening them, and then they call the police. They claim that they are a victim of domestic violence.  You are stunned. You just said what you said in the heat of the moment. You never laid a...

In contentious domestic situations, emotions often get the best of those involved. They can lead to loud arguments, or in some cases, accusations involving domestic violence. Even if violence is not an issue, one of the participants of a domestic altercation can face...

Being accused of domestic violence can quickly lead to trouble. You could face a restraining order, the loss of child custody and your visitation rights and potentially lose your job. A conviction could lead to fines and jail time among other serious penalties. This...

Not only can domestic violence charges have severe penalties in terms of the law, but there is also a stigma attached to such convictions. Many employers could be reluctant to either keep or take on an employee with a violent criminal record. Of course, being charged...