How do you prove emotional abuse?

IF you are seeking a PFA, unfortunately I have to agree with the other attorneys who answered and state there likely is not enough to prove that...

It seems you are reading the AOPC criminal dockets. Realize these are not always up to date and accurate. I would suggest you call the victim...

Can I sue my roommates for assaulting me verbally and physically and for having me pay the full rent for the apartment?

I would suggest you speak to an attorney regarding landlord/tenant matters. You may be able to sue to recover the roommates portion of the rent...

A PFA against me has expired. it was a temporary order. i also like to ask, what if this person contacts me?

If the temporary order has expired and there has been no action to extend the PFA, then there is no prohibition to contacting the victim. However,...

If the temporary order has expired and there has been no action to extend the PFA, then there is no prohibition to contacting the victim. However,...

Unfortunately your sister being 16 makes her a minor, and she would not be able to just freely move out. However, if there are issues of abuse, a...

My son's father who stays with us, I recently found out he is selling marijuana out of my house. He also smokes it.

If you are fearful of your son's father, you have the right to seek a protection from abuse. However, realize it will not be a custody order; it...

Going to court against my ex girlfriend wondering on conflict of interest.

Your question is missing some facts, but lets try to resolve that. Do you already have a final PFA or are you seeking the final PFA (meaning you...

Might need to have restraining hearing postponed. Filed in Norristown

Your attorney knows exactly what to do in this situation. Likely he/she will file a motion for continuance asking the Court to continue and state...

How do I petition for a continuance to not be granted?

You can try to file an Answer in opposition to the motion to continuance, but it may not be possible. The Court will balance the reason she needs a...