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...
Protection From Abuse
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....
Preparing To Seek Protection By Knowing The Signs Of Abuse
Arguments are bound to occur at some point in a relationship, but sometimes this might involve little more than a heated verbal disagreement. However, there are some scenarios in which behaviors may become abusive in nature, and addressing such issues may be integral...
Protection from abuse order when an ex is stalking you
Not every spouse is able to accept when a marriage is over and graciously walk away. In some cases, one spouse may refuse to let go, even going so far as to stalk the former partner. When this causes emotional stress or causes the stalking victim to feel afraid for...
Protection orders are part of a safety plan for abuse victims
While there may be many reasons to live in fear these days, one cause of fear should not be the violent tendencies of a member of one’s own household. Unfortunately, many in Pennsylvania live in fear that a spouse, partner or other member of the household or family...
Protection from abuse orders used as revenge
Emotions are often high during a divorce. Many in Pennsylvania find themselves on the defense when an angry, embittered spouse seeks revenge for the breakup. In many cases, these acts of revenge get sorted out by the courts or law enforcement, but this is not always...
Protection from abuse order offer relief to victims
When a relationship goes sour, it can often be an emotionally painful experience. However, sometimes it is also a physically painful experience. If one partner is abusive or threatening to the other, it may be a matter of time before the abuser places the victim’s...
Smart technology enables domestic abuse
The increasing role of technology in society makes life easy for many in Pennsylvania and across the world. Computers, smartphones and even homes now have the ability to learn users’ habits and guide them in their everyday choices. Unfortunately for victims of...
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