Posted by Adrian S. Doty, Esq. | Nov 22, 2022 |
If a court issues a restraining order against you following a domestic violence matter, it means that you will be barred from contacting your accuser for a certain time period. This will probably bar you from visiting your accuser's home and place of work or from contacting them in any way.
A re...
Posted by Adrian S. Doty, Esq. | Apr 28, 2022 |
You've never raised a hand to your spouse or your children, so you were shocked when – shortly into the divorce process – your spouse leveled accusations of abuse your way.
Why on earth would your spouse do this to you? What could they possibly have to gain? Let's consider some potential motives....
Posted by Adrian S. Doty, Esq. | Feb 21, 2022 |
Most marriages start off as loving relationships. Many will continue on that way, but some will shift toward abuse. The abuse doesn't always happen suddenly, and it's not always physical. In some cases, the relationship turns emotionally abusive and controlling before the person starts the physic...