When You’re Really Not Sure What Constitutes Harassment
Posted November 30th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Just about everybody has some feeling on what constitutes harassment. After all, the term is often used outside the legal arena. You might consider your children pestering you for ice cream as a form of harassment. By the same token, a spouse might look upon his or her partner’s nagging as harassment in the purest […]
Read MoreEmotional Abuse and Domestic Violence
Posted November 29th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
When you think about domestic violence, you probably tend to think about the physical horrors that can come from it. Not to downplay physical abuse, but there’s another kind of abuse that gets overlooked more often than it should – emotional abuse. Unfortunately, most people don’t even know they’re a victim. Emotional abuse in a […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence at the Holidays: What You Should Know
Posted November 22nd, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! The official start of the holiday season, Thanksgiving is a time where we sit down with our loved ones and give thanks for the wonders of life. Unfortunately, the holiday season is not all that jolly for many. Domestic violence is on the rise in this country and the holiday season can […]
Read MoreWhen A Restraining Order Is Necessary
Posted November 20th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Have you ever had someone in your life, a husband, wife, family member, or significant other, abuse you in some manner? Did that abuse ever cause you to think about getting a restraining order towards that individual for your protection? If you are unsure about what it takes for someone to get a restraining order […]
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Cyber-Dating and Domestic Violence
Posted October 31st, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Just about everyone recognizes the tremendous influence that social media has on today’s society. However, technology also presents other opportunities. There are a number of computer sites that are designed to promote cyber-dating. Unfortunately, in some cases, this could start a cycle of domestic violence. Here’s what you should know. The problem is not just […]
Read MoreWhen Support Payments are Part of a Final Restraining Order
Posted October 26th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
You’re either the victim or the defendant in a domestic violence case. You’ve gone through the hearing process after the initial temporary restraining order was put in place. The court has signed off on a final restraining order (“FRO”). The order addresses restrictions on contact, parenting time, and allowances for support payments. It all seems […]
Read MoreInterim Financial Relief and TROs: What You Need to Know
Posted October 25th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
More than likely, you already know that the acronym TRO stands for a temporary restraining order. Upon application by a domestic violence victim, a family court or municipal court judge may issue a TRO. The premise is preliminary and among other things, seeks to limit contact between the parties. Meanwhile, there is the issue of […]
Read MoreSick and Tired of Domestic Violence Hurting Your Children?
Posted October 19th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
You remember the day it came to a head. Your husband screamed some obscenities at you and punched a hole in the wall. Meanwhile, your daughters were huddled together, waiting for the blows to land on you. The tears were streaming down your face as you tried to focus on preparing the evening meal. Somehow, […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence and Elder Abuse: Are They Related?
Posted October 17th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
Hopefully, the story doesn’t hit home. Your mom is well into her eighties. Meanwhile, your unmarried sister has agreed to move in with your mother and take care of her. Out of nowhere, your mom has unexplained bruises. She also acts fearful around your sister and mutters about her. Is it possible that your mother […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence and PTI: What You Need to Know
Posted October 12th, 2017 by Anthony Carbone, PC.
Categories: Domestic Violence.
As you may know, PTI stands for Pretrial Intervention, a New Jersey program. For the most part, only first-time criminal offenders may seek entry into PTI. The benefits are plentiful and allow defendants to ultimately walk away without the stigma of a criminal record. If you are facing domestic violence charges, pretrial intervention may sound […]
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