When you face domestic violence or abuse, Pennsylvania law provides legal tools to protect you and your family. Protection from Abuse (PFA) orders serve as court-issued safeguards that can help keep you safe from harm. Pennsylvania law recognizes three main types of...
Protection From Abuse
What evidence is necessary for a protection from abuse order?
The courts can offer legal support to individuals trying to leave violent situations. A protection from abuse order can limit the likelihood of a spouse or former romantic partner continuing their abuse. If they violate the order, then the other party can report the...
How long does a PFA order last, and can it be modified?
A protection from abuse (PFA) order is a legal tool that offers protection to individuals experiencing violence, harassment or threats in a family or intimate relationship. This court order works by placing restrictions on the abusive person. It may require them to...
Can a teen get a protection order in Pennsylvania?
Living in the same house with an abusive person can feel frightening and isolating. It is even more challenging when you are a teen. It might seem like no one would take you seriously. However, the law in Pennsylvania acknowledges that minors can be protected, even if...
Tips for staying safe if your spouse is abusive
Domestic abuse is real, and while some may suggest you can just pack and leave an abusive spouse, it is not always that simple. The stakes are even higher when children or shared assets are involved. Here are some tips for staying safe if you're facing an abusive...
Why leaving an abusive marriage may feel almost impossible
The image that some people have of an abusive marriage is often one of clear-cut violence. Furthermore, many people believe that victims of abusive marriages ought to make an immediate decision to flee. But the reality of any abusive relationship may be far more...
Can divorce be dangerous?
Even an amicable divorce can be difficult. Spouses often have fond memories and feelings for one another, even though their romantic relationship has reached its conclusion, but that doesn’t mean that tensions can’t arise in such a situation. Transitioning from...
State lawmakers weigh bill to protect pets from domestic abusers
When a spouse or partner finally decides to leave their abuser, that’s often when they’re most at risk of serious harm or death. That’s why protection from abuse (PFA) orders and other steps are crucial to helping them stay safe. Currently, however, PFA orders aren’t...
Urgent relief for child custody cases involving domestic abuse
With several factors to consider, it may take a couple of months before a court issues a child custody order. However, urgent situations may warrant an expedited, although temporary, custody order to protect the child’s health and well-being. The most common of these...
Can grandparents have custody of their grandchildren?
A divorcing couple could face various challenges when addressing matters concerning their child, potentially involving extended family members, such as the child's grandparents. Sometimes, it could be an option for the court to grant grandparents child custody....
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