While most couples in Florida will get into arguments now and then, sometimes these situations escalate until one party is accusing the other of committing an act of domestic violence. People might assume that domestic violence only involves causing physical harm to a...
Penalties for violating a protective order
Following certain events, individuals in Florida and elsewhere may take steps to prevent these incidents from occurring again. In matters involving domestic violence, an individual may file for a protective order. This legal injunction is used to protect the person...
What does domestic violence look like?
Whether it is between spouses, significant others, family members or a parent and child, disagreements happen. Unfortunately, these incidents can evolve into an altercation, resulting in serious allegations being made. Situations involving domestic violence are...
Defense against domestic violence allegations
As previous post have discussed, disputes among loved ones can elevate to hostile situations. These matters could evolve into having law enforcement called, having one arrested for supposed violence. These situations are treated seriously, as acts of domestic violence...
What are the penalties for violating a restraining order?
Not all relationships and marriages are perfect. Issues come up, and if they can overcome it, the relationship will move forward. While fighting is not ideal in any situation, it is likely to occur at some point in every relationship. However, these fights could...
Understanding domestic violence charges
Whether it was a fight that stemmed from the busy holiday season or something that has been a relationship issue for some time, fights are fairly common in relationships and families. However, what is not common or acceptable are fights that elevate to physical or...
What are the penalties for violating a restraining order?
No couple or family is perfect, and fights and disputes are very likely to happen at some point. While these are common events in any type of relationship, there are some disputes that are not acceptable. When an argument turns violent or involves threats of harm, it...
What domestic violence looks like?
No relationship is perfect. Disagreements and even fights can occur, and some couples aren't able to get along every moment they are together. While this may be normal, there are some interactions that are not normal, and can escalate to the point of domestic...
Helping you develop a defense against domestic violence
Love doesn't look the same from relationship to relationship. However, married or not, love should never cause hurt or pain. While some spouses or partners do not realize it right away, domestic violence can happen to anyone. And when it occurs, it can also be a...
Domestic violence laws in Florida
Major disputes between loved ones could result in criminal charges. A heated dispute could result in one person claiming harm was committed against them by the other. Because domestic abuse is a serious situation, these matters are treated seriously. However, not all...