Domestic violence comes in many forms and can affect anyone, regardless of income, age, or gender.   Some forms of …

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The policy in California is that upon a divorce, the higher earner has an obligation to support the lower earner …

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Traditionally, the statute of limitations for assault and battery claims bars litigants from seeking relief for claims that occurred more …

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The Domestic Violence Prevention Act (DVPA) was established in order to prevent acts of domestic violence and sexual abuse as …

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Self-defense can be a tricky thing. On one hand are those instances where an attempted burglary or assault – or …

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It evolved from the first Day of Unity observed in October, 1981, by the …

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Can domestic violence impact custody and visitation? Current law states that custody should be granted according to the best interest …

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It’s hard to be in an abusive relationship. Whether you or someone you love have had to hide bruises, protect …

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, which means increased awareness about the atrocities of domestic violence and its devastating effect …

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Domestic Violence Restraining Orders (DVRO), unfortunately, can be very confusing, especially in the area of duration. What needs to be …

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