Monthly Archives: July 2020
Domestic Violence Injunctions Based on Allegations of Elder Abuse
In Florida, there are actually a number of different types of domestic violence restraining orders. The courts, for example, offer injunctive relief specifically to elderly individuals who have raised allegations of elder abuse by a family member or caregiver. Unfortunately, these types of allegations, when unfounded, can have serious consequences for those who were… Read More »
Due Process Violations During Domestic Violence Proceedings
certain legal rights, which are known as Due Process rights. States that fail to abide by these rules and do not follow the exact course of the law when evaluating a petition for a restraining order have violated these rights. When it comes to domestic violence injunctions, there is actually a wide range of… Read More »
Awarding Child Support in Domestic Violence Cases
Parents are always obligated to provide financial support for their minor children. This is true even if the couple in question is embroiled in a domestic violence case. In fact, while many people associate child support orders with divorce, courts actually can address these types of matters in other legal contexts, including domestic violence… Read More »