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If your spouse knowingly physically harms or attempts to physically harm you (or your children), such that you fear for your safety, you are a victim of domestic violence (DV). You may choose to... more
Written by attorney Myava Escamilla.
Unfortunately domestic violence is an ugly and pervasive problem for our society - in Orange County, CA and beyond. You and your children's safety should always be apriority. An experienced attorney... more
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A domestic violence restraining order is a court order that protects a person from being hurt or threatened by an abusive spouse or intimate partner. These orders restrict an abusive partner from... more
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Domestic violence, also known as spousal abuse, domestic abuse, or initimate partner abuse is common in all economical, environmental and racial classes of society. Like the DUI, domestic violence... more
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"One hit and I OWN her.". A convicted wife abuser stated in an interview: “When I get a new woman, I hit her once. If she leaves, I move on. If she stays, I know I own her.” What you should read... more
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