Articles Posted in Domestic Violence

How can I get my ex (or soon-to-be ex) to stop harassing me?                     To begin, you may ask the court to issue a temporary restraining order against your spouse or former spouse. If the judge believes that you are in…

For all of the unfortunate victims of domestic violence, the days of home confinement imposed by the Government’s concerns about the spread of the Corona Virus have brought new heightened concerns to spouses  living together  who are enduring ongoing abuse.  The loss of a job, forced 24/7 engagement, and worries…

Do I have any recourse if my spouse destroys our jointly owned property in a violent fight? When an unmarried New Jersey resident destroys property that belongs to another individual, he or she may be committing criminal mischief under the New Jersey Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (“PDVA”). Despite this,…

My spouse and I separated and now he is threatening my safety. What are my options? New Jersey’s Prevention of Domestic Violence Act was created to provide the victims of domestic violence in our state with comprehensive protections. In order to seek  protection under this specific body of the law,   a…

A recent ruling by the New Jersey Court of Appeals clarifies the standard of proof required in obtaining a Final Restraining Order (a/k/a  an “F.R.O.”). This ruling affirms a court’s authority to use discretion to weigh evidence in restraining order proceedings. If you are being harassed by a spouse, significant…

If a person feels that his or her life, safety, or health is at risk because of the acts or threats of another person, he or she may be able to obtain a temporary restraining order from a judge in New Jersey. The Prevention of Domestic Violence Act of 1991,…