Protecting the Safety & Reputation of Our Clients
No one deserves to be the victim of domestic violence. Just as significant, no one deserves to have false claims of domestic violence made against them by an opposing party seeking a litigation advantage. We have significant experience handling both types of claims and are passionate protectors of the rights of the men and women we represent.
Understanding Domestic Violence
In layman's terms, domestic violence occurs when one spouse experiences actual physical abuse, threats of immediate physical abuse, or severe psychological abuse by the other spouse. When such spousal abuse occurs, even accidentally, in the presence of a child, it is also deemed domestic violence to the child. Family law courts provide remedies for victims of domestic violence including spouses, children, and other family members or persons who currently are or formerly were dating or cohabitating with the accused abuser.
Restraining Orders
Obtaining a restraining order can be a remedy to domestic violence. These orders can prohibit a perpetrator from coming within 100 yards of a protected party and his/her work place, house, and other family members.
Civil Harassment Restraining Orders
Domestic Violence Restraining orders apply to various domestic relationships, not just between married parties. People with existing or former dating relationships, and people closely related by blood are included. Other types of restraining orders can be obtained. We handle those as well for other types of relationships. These include Civil Harassment Restraining Orders and Workplace Restraining Orders.