Category Archives: Domestic Violence
How is Custody Decided?
During a divorce many issues will need to be determined. It is helpful if both parties are in agreement. If the parties are not both in agreement they may need to speak with a legal professional. It is also important … Continue reading
Life After Divorce
Most people do not expect their marriage will end. Marriage is depicted as a sacred event that occurs between two people who are madly in love and inseparable. However, in a society where almost 50 percent of marriages end in … Continue reading
The Relationship Between Tax and Divorce
With tax season right around the corner, divorcing couples may want to keep in mind how they are going to file for certain taxes. First, the law declares that each individual must file taxes according to his/her marital status as … Continue reading
Can Someone Go Back on A Domestic Violence Charge?
At times when their is a domestic dispute the parties may decide to reconcile with their spouse. If the party decides to lift the charges for a domestic violence incident by stating that they were not being truthful this may … Continue reading
Child Custody Diputes are Difficult; Don’t make yours worse
While general common sense and thoughtful review of actions would seem to be enough for general guidelines of what not to do during a child custody dispute, here are a few pointers that serve as definite “don’t’s in the child … Continue reading
Consequences of a Domestic Violence Charge?
If you or someone you know has been accused of domestic violence it is important to know the consequences of such a charge. If you are found guilty of domestic violence you may be subject to various work related consequences. … Continue reading
Is Divorce the Right Choice?
Frequently, there are clients who are indecisive about ending his/her marriage with the other partner. For these clients, the marriage is clearly not a happy one, but the hesitation is due to the lack of “sufficient” reason to actually end … Continue reading
Estate Taxation 2012
When considering having a trust prepared, it is wise to be aware of the tax consequences. Tax laws often change, which would mean you may need a new trust drafted each time the tax consequences are changed to effect your … Continue reading
Grounds for Dissolution
California is a “no-fault” state, but does require a party to claim there are grounds for granting the dissolution. There are two grounds for a dissolution: Irreconcilable differences. Incurable insanity. While I often have clients come in claiming that their … Continue reading
What Constitutes Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence can constitute various things such as: 1) Throwing any kind of object at you. 2) If any kind of physical force is used; such as punching, kicking, choking, scratching, and anything else physical that could injure them. 3) … Continue reading
Family Law Restraining Orders Attorney Orange County California
California Law classifies “domestic violence” as abuse that has been perpetrated against a spouse, cohabitant, former spouse, or former cohabitant. Domestic violence perpetrated by one’s present or previous dating partner or fiancé is also domestic violence, as is violence committed … Continue reading
Information Regarding Restraining Orders
Obtaining a restraining order is no trivial issue. Courts are extremely careful when issuing restraining orders because they may severely limit the ability of a person to communicate or travel. Furthermore, courts also do not want to mistakenly issue restraining … Continue reading
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic Violence is defined as when a person or persons are being threatened and/or physically/emotionally abused when the abuser and abusee are: -Married -Registered domestic partners -Divorced or separated -Are or were in the past in a relationship -Living together … Continue reading
What Are the Different Types of Family Law Matters?
Family Law does not just consist of divorce issues. Family law can involve child support, child custody, domestic violence, and spousal support. Some family law matters may only deal exclusively with one or two issues. On the other hand, other … Continue reading
Should I Get a Restraining Order?
If there is domestic abuse a restraining order can be obtained from a judge the next business day after you go to court or sometimes even on the same day. If you have children, it is an especially good idea … Continue reading
Domestic Violence: Hiding Your Address
In the State of California, if you want to file a restraining order against someone but want to keep your address hidden from the abuser, the California Secretary of State runs a program called ‘Safe Home’ where you can get … Continue reading
Family Protection Unit: Domestic Violence
If a current or former spouse, domestic partner, boyfriend, girlfriend, fiancé, housemate or the other parent of a shared child threatens you with or performs acts of violence towards you, that is considered domestic violence. Many victims are hesitant to … Continue reading
Domestic Violence: Child Custody
WARNING!! People can view your internet history on the computer so please be safe and view sites referring to domestic violence at another location such as a library or at a close friend’s. ALWAYS BE SAFE! If you are in an abusive … Continue reading
A Domestic Violence Restraining Order
If you are being physically abused, stalked, threatened or even harassed, you can ask the court for a Domestic Violence Restraining Order if you have a close relationship with the person who is abusing you such as a person you … Continue reading
How to Identify Domestic Abuse?
It is vital to know that when it comes to domestic abuse there are no stereotypes or easy ways of identifying which people may be abusive. Those who commit domestic abuse can vary in age, intelligence, height, gender, and economic … Continue reading
Garden Grove Woman Cuts off Husbands Penis
A Garden Grove woman who had a divorce pending on July 11th decided, according to authorities to give her husband a substance to make him sleepy so that she could cut off his penis. According to authorities the woman states, … Continue reading
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