The Risks of NOT Seeking A Domestic Violence Restraining Order
By Cara L. Boroda, Esq. Van Oorschot Law Group PC The decision to seek a Domestic Violence Restraining Order is often fraught with uncertainty, fear, and general uneasiness. Many victims
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New Domestic Violence Statute Expands the Definition of Abuse
By Cara L. Boroda, Esq. Van Oorschot Law Group PC Domestic violence is one of the darkest underbellies within the space of family law. Entrenched in power and control, domestic
Domestic Violence: Not Just a Physical Act
The prospect of filing for divorce can be disconcerting. There are concerns about your future–emotional and financial, and, concerns about your children’s future. If you are a business owner, there
Domestic Violence: A Renewed and Visible Conversation
In the wake of the infamous domestic abuse charges against Ray Rice, the former Baltimore Ravens running back accused of a violent assault on his then-fiancée, and the subsequent media
Abuse of an Animal is Domestic Violence
Many people know that a few months ago, my husband and I lost our thirteen year old Dachshund, Bagels. While Bagels had been ill, there were no signs that her
The Perpetrator’s Fame Makes Domestic Violence More Visible
Everybody is talking about the Ray Rice domestic violence act caught on tape. The incident is violent, painful to watch. It is unfortunate that we must bear witness to a
Revenge Porn: A Crime, Harassment, or both?
“Revenge Porn.” It sounds like a bad movie but instead it is in fact some people’s worst nightmare and the law is working to catch up with technology used to
Can Allegations of Domestic Violence Affect Your Credit?
Apparently, yes. When an individual applies for credit, the underwriter may perform independent research about the applicant. If a search is performed for court records, presumably looking for judgments entered
Domestic Violence is Broadly Defined in California
Domestic Violence is broadly defined by Family Code section 6320 and a family law court can restrain and enjoin a person from “molesting, attacking, striking, stalking, threatening, sexually assaulting, battering,