What are Florida’s laws on coercive control in domestic violence?
Coercive control is a form of domestic behavior that involves manipulative tactics to dominate and control a partner. Individuals accused of coercive control often face serious legal implications, as many laws now recognize this as a significant form of domestic abuse. Defining coercive control Coercive control includes behaviors like isolating a partner from friends and […]
Can you drop domestic violence charges in Florida?
If you’re facing domestic violence charges in Florida, you may wonder if you can drop them. The answer isn’t simple because the decision to drop charges isn’t entirely in your hands. Here’s what you need to know. Who decides whether to drop charges? In Florida, once charges are filed, the state attorney’s office decides whether […]
Statistics on domestic violence offenses in Florida
If you currently face allegations of domestic violence, it is important to understand what is at stake and go over your options. Some people face these charges due to baseless allegations, and if you are falsely accused of domestic violence it is imperative to review the unique details of your case, gather evidence and have […]
What constitutes self-defense in a domestic violence case?
Charges for domestic violence can hold heavy penalties in Florida. If you and someone in your household pressed charges against you, you may not know where to turn. What if you never intended to fight? What if you just fought back? Unfortunately, assailants will sometimes press charges against others after they fight back. Understanding how […]
What should I do after a domestic violence accusation?
If you face a domestic violence accusation, the reaction you have can help or hurt your case. You need to learn the proper way to respond and the next steps to take so that you have a chance to avoid a conviction for the charges. FindLaw explains that while every situation is different, you will […]
Do you know the signs of emotional abuse?
When you think about domestic violence, you may picture physical abuse. However, domestic violence can take many forms. One kind of abuse that you may experience is emotional abuse. Emotional abuse occurs when people say or do things to make you doubt yourself and your self-worth. According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, emotional abuse […]
How can I prepare to leave a domestic violence situation?
Being in a domestic violence situation is very dangerous, but leaving the situation may be incredibly difficult. It is essential that if you find yourself in such a situation that you create a solid plan for leaving before you ever take the first step. This will help you to ensure you have support and the […]
Can you be fired for a domestic violence charge?
If you are facing a domestic violence charge in Florida, your whole world may be turned upside down. You may wonder if everything in your life will be impacted, including your employment. Unfortunately, there is no clear answer. It depends a lot on your employer and equal employment laws. According to the Bureau of National […]
Know what qualifies as domestic violence
While many Florida residents are only familiar with the physical form of domestic violence, the truth is that there many different actions that can be considered a type of this kind of abuse. If you have been accused of this crime, you may be wondering whether what you did is actually domestic violence. We at [nap_names id=”FIRM-NAME-3″] […]
Domestic violence can take many forms
It can be hard to leave an abusive relationship. This is because domestic violence can proliferate a relationship, warping an individual’s perception of his or her abusive relationship. This can prove dangerous, as a victim may be willing to stay with or return to an individual who puts his or her safety and well-being at […]