If you face a domestic violence accusation, the reaction you have can help or hurt your case. You need to learn the proper way to respond and the next steps to take so that you have a chance to avoid a conviction for the charges. FindLaw explains that while every...
How can I prepare to leave a domestic violence situation?
Being in a domestic violence situation is very dangerous, but leaving the situation may be incredibly difficult. It is essential that if you find yourself in such a situation that you create a solid plan for leaving before you ever take the first step. This will help...
Domestic violence does not have to ruin your life
Most have heard of domestic violence. They may know what it is and what signs to look for, but what many people do not recognize, however, is how much of an epidemic it has become. If you are dealing with a domestic violence situation, you are not alone. When it comes...
Domestic violence can take many forms
It can be hard to leave an abusive relationship. This is because domestic violence can proliferate a relationship, warping an individual's perception of his or her abusive relationship. This can prove dangerous, as a victim may be willing to stay with or return to an...
Florida’s penalties for domestic violence
It is not uncommon for people who spend a lot of time together to have disagreements. Spouses, dating partners, siblings and parents and their children can all butt heads over a variety of issues. Most often, these disputes end with harsh words and bitter feelings and...
Escaping from financial abuse
Your financial reputation is important for many reasons, such as when you need to convince Florida financial institutions that you are a trustworthy individual who makes regular debt payments and handles money responsibly. Unfortunately, an abusive partner or spouse...
Five types of restraining orders you can get in Florida
Restraining orders deal with a wide range of violent issues. If you are a victim of violence, you will find there are different types of protection orders in Florida which you may choose from to best fit your situation. A restraining order may not keep an abuser from...
Tips for protecting kids in a violent home
Violence is just plain scary. Whether it happens on a Florida street or in a school setting like the one the world witnessed in Parkland earlier this year, violence can invoke in you an overwhelming fear that is a kind of trauma all on its own. What...
How can I get a restraining order?
If you are a victim of domestic violence or have been threatened or harmed by someone else, then you may wish to file for a restraining order in Florida. Often referred to by the court as an injunction, this order allows you to legally prevent a person from coming...
What is required to prove domestic violence?
If you are facing a domestic violence charge in Florida, you need to understand what it takes to prove the case against you. This requires understanding the law and how domestic violence is defined. According to the Florida Courts, the first part of...
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