Divorce and Family Law Blog

If you’re involved in a domestic violence situation, Florida law may allow you to file for a protective injunction to help ensure your safety. This legal tool can prohibit contact as well as require an abuser to stay away from your home and workplace, among other protections.  Filing for a protective order in Orlando involves […]

When someone asks, “What is strong evidence in a domestic violence case?”, it’s an important question. These cases are often emotionally charged, highly sensitive, and legally complex. Whether you’re a victim seeking protection or a party involved in a family-law matter, knowing what counts as persuasive evidence can make a major difference in how a […]

If you have filed for or been served with a restraining order, it’s natural to worry about who can see this information and how it might affect your life. In Florida, whether a restraining order is considered public record depends on factors such as the type of injunction, how the case was resolved, and whether […]

When allegations of domestic violence arise between household or family members, a court may issue a temporary ex parte injunction to provide immediate protection to the petitioner. To determine whether that protection should be extended, the court schedules a domestic violence injunction hearing. At this hearing, both parties have the opportunity to present evidence and […]

Facing false domestic violence allegations can turn your entire life upside down. A single accusation may damage your reputation, limit your parental rights, and affect your career even before you’ve had a chance to respond in court. If you’re asking how you can avoid wrongful allegations, the answer starts with understanding what leads to false […]

Manipulative behavior can create problems in a marriage. A spouse may intentionally create situations they can control to gain power over their spouse. Sometimes, spouses manipulate situations they did not create to their advantage.  Unfortunately, it can be challenging to recognize when your spouse is manipulating you. The manipulation may be subtle and could take […]

A restraining order, also known as an injunction or order of protection, is a court order demanding that the recipient keep a certain minimum distance from the person who sought the order (the victim). A court might, for example, order an abusive domestic partner to stay at least 500 feet away from the person who […]

Domestic violence, also referred to as intimate partner violence (IVP), is a serious national problem. Roughly 41% of women and 26% of men experience domestic violence, often leading many victims to seek help from a domestic violence lawyer to understand their legal rights and options. Most people think of physical violence when they hear the […]