The statistics on domestic violence are truly startling. And the men and women who are victimized by their abusers oftentimes find themselves trapped, unable to find a safe way out of their relationship, and their fear of retaliation and physical violence quells their...
Domestic Violence
Signs of domestic abuse after divorce
Divorce because of domestic abuse is the right thing to do. No one should stay in an abusive relationship. You deserve better, and so do your kids. However, just because you divorced your abusive ex-spouse does not mean that the abuse will necessarily end. The...
How Domestic Violence Affects a San Diego Family Law Case
Are you wondering how accusations or convictions related to domestic violence affects a San Diego family law case? It may surprise you to learn that almost 20 people are physically or emotionally abused by a spouse or intimate partner across the United States every minute. Domestic violence cases significantly increased during and after the pandemic here in California. California has…
Obtaining a Domestic Violence Restraining Order in San Diego
What is the process for obtaining a domestic violence restraining order in San Diego? If you are concerned for your safety and are a victim of any form of domestic violence you need to begin by seeking a restraining order against the person who is inflicting the physical or emotional harm into your life. Domestic violence occurs between family, friends,…
How Long Does Domestic Violence Affect Child Custody in San Diego
How long does domestic violence affect child custody in San Diego? Once domestic violence has been established by a California Court, the burden of proof is clearly and heavily upon the violent offender to demonstrate that it is in the child’s best interest to modify child custody and visitation orders. There have been several published cases at the Appellate level…
When to Seek a Retraining Order – Carlsbad Family Law Attorney
Are you wondering when to seek a restraining order in unsafe situations or domestic violence under California Family Law? The fact is every couple has arguments and disagreements during the course of a relationship or marriage. How do you know when it has crossed the line into domestic violence or the need to consider restraining orders? The Certified Family Law…
Long-Term Impact of Domestic Violence on Custody and Visitation in San Diego
What is the long-term impact of domestic violence on custody and visitation in San Diego family law cases? How do current and past episodes of domestic violence impact a divorce case and questions of child custody and visitation. San Diego Family Courts take evidence regarding recent or past domestic violence very seriously. The presence of domestic violence can and will…
The Affect of Domestic Violence on a Carlsbad Divorce
What is the affect of domestic violence on a Carlsbad divorce? What does California Family Law have to say about domestic violence and child custody? Domestic violence in today’s legal terms can take many forms. The most obvious is physical and emotional abuse. Physical abuse involving slapping, hitting, kicking shoving or throwing things at another are considered in domestic violence…
What Happens if a Restraining Order is Violated in San Diego
What happens if a restraining order is violated in San Diego? When someone has been given a temporary or permanent restraining order the Court has issued a legal decision which is enforceable by law. Any violation of a restraining order should be immediately reported to the police. If you are not in imminent danger you can consider calling on a…
Getting a Restraining Order for Domestic Violence in San Diego
What is the process for getting a restraining order for domestic violence in San Diego? If someone in your family, household or workplace is taking actions, communicating or behaving in a way which feels threatening you simply want to make it stop and protect yourself. What has to happen in order for a restraining order to be issued? Getting a…