Florida courts regularly confront deeply emotional disputes involving parental discipline, allegations of domestic violence, and the limits of legal protection in contentious family dynamics. A recent Florida ruling highlights the importance of distinguishing between genuine domestic violence and permissible parental discipline, especially when a trial court’s findings do not align…
Florida family courts must balance procedural safeguards with the need to assess credible testimony in sensitive domestic violence proceedings. One issue that sometimes arises is whether a minor child may testify in such hearings without a prior court order. A recent case from a Florida court clarifies that the rule…
In Florida, contempt proceedings in domestic violence matters must follow strict procedural safeguards, especially when the court seeks to impose criminal sanctions. The distinction between civil and criminal contempt is not merely academic; it determines the type of relief available, the rights afforded to the accused, and the procedural rules…
Injunctions for protection against stalking are powerful legal tools intended to shield individuals from harassment and fear. However, the courts must ensure that such relief is granted only when the evidence meets the high legal threshold set forth in Florida law. A recent decision from a Florida court highlights this…
Domestic violence cases often involve intense legal battles, with courts weighing allegations, evidence, and the need for protection. In a recent Florida decision, the court discussed the legal standards for obtaining such protective orders before upholding a final injunction against domestic violence. If you have questions about domestic violence injunction,…
In family law disputes, particularly during contentious divorces or custody battles, it’s not uncommon for individuals to resort to various tactics in order to gain the upper hand. One of the most troubling and potentially damaging tactics is the weaponization of domestic violence allegations. If a court finds that a…
The Florida courts regard allegations of domestic violence seriously and will impose any legal measures necessary to keep victims of domestic violence safe. Merely because a person accuses someone of engaging in acts of domestic violence does not mean that the courts will issue injunctions for protection against their alleged…
It is not uncommon for people in the process of ending their relationship to have heated battles. While arguments can be stressful, they should not cause a person to fear for their safety, and if they do, they may be grounds for seeking an injunction for protection from domestic violence.…
Just because you have a domestic violence injunction out against you, that doesn’t mean you lose all your rights, and it doesn’t mean that you are powerless to seek the aid of the courts if circumstances have changed in your case. So, even though that original injunction was entered, you…
Most “pet parents” understand that their dog, cat or other animal isn’t mere “property” but, rather, is a beloved member of the family. A person’s bond with their pet may be on a par with the bond they feel for their closest human loved ones. That love does, however, have…