Domestic violence, unfortunately, impacts millions of people every day. In the United States, one in three women and one in four men have experienced domestic violence. Although most people think of domestic violence in terms of physical violence, it can also include emotional abuse or financial abuse. There are several options for help for victims…
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Orders for Protection – Who Do They Cover and Child Custody
In the United States, one in three women and one in four men have been victims of domestic violence. Unfortunately, New Jersey is not free from the very serious problem posed by violence, and the vast majority of victims never even report the violence. Fortunately, there are resources available for victims, including hotlines and shelters. …
Read More »The Role of Domestic Violence In Divorce
There are a multitude of reasons why people decide to divorce. Adultery, financial infidelity, or just growing apart over the years are just a few of these reasons. Unfortunately, one common reason is domestic violence. Millions of Americans are victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence includes not only physical abuse, but also emotional abuse, financial…
Read More »Do I Need a Protective Order
Millions of Americans suffer from domestic violence. Many people think of domestic violence in terms of physical abuse, but domestic violence can also include emotional abuse, harassment, and financial abuse. If you are suffering in a violent relationship, you may be wondering whether you need a protective order. In 1991, New Jersey Passed the Prevention…
Read More »Defense Against a Temporary Restraining Order
As an experienced New Jersey domestic violence attorney, I regularly get asked about the defenses against a temporary restraining order. If you are accused of an act of domestic violence, you will receive what is called a temporary restraining order. That is a document signed by a judge that will bar you from physical contact…
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