What are the 7 steps to best protect yourself from domestic violence or an abusive husband or wife in Louisville or Jefferson County? 1. The first step to best protect yourself from domestic violence is to collect resources such as money, check books, credit cards, cell phone, laptop, and friends willing to help you. 2....
Domestic Violence in Louisville Divorce Cases
What is the impact of domestic violence in Louisville divorce cases? Our clients have many questions about domestic violence, restraining orders and the impact it will have upon child custody and parenting time as well as maintenance and other issues in the divorce. The most important issue to address is protection for those enduring domestic...
How is Domestic Violence Defined Under Federal and State Law
How is domestic violence defined under federal and state law? Families in Kentucky might benefit from learning more about how domestic violence issues are governed by state and federal entities. The state laws are designed to prevent violence from occurring within the family or in intimate relationships. Domestic violence in Kentucky may be described as...
Child Custody Parenting Time and Support Survive the Expiration of a Restraining Order
Why are restraining orders so important in a domestic violence case surrounding a divorce action? Why should you attend the hearing and fight against a temporary restraining order becoming permanent? Did you know child custody parenting time and support survive the expiration of a restraining order? A few years ago Kentucky's legislature enacted new laws...