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New Addition To Shelter In Place Order To Protect Domestic Violence Victims

April 1st, 2020

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As of March 31, 6 Bay Area counties have extended the previous shelter-in-place orders to remain in effect through May 3, 2020. Two important items were added which pertain to victims of domestic violence: (1) “Travel to avoid domestic violence or… Read More

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Litigating Child Custody Cases in Divorces with Domestic Violence

March 23rd, 2020

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Jessica Dayton

When a spouse or domestic partner is violent, one of your first thoughts may be for the safety of your children. Knowing how to safely separate yourself and your kids from an abusive spouse without putting them at risk can be hard, and it can sometim… Read More

Categories: Domestic Violence, Family Law

Bay Area Courts Remain Open For Domestic Violence Restraining Orders During The Shelter In Place Order

March 18th, 2020

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Jessica Dayton

Contributor: Laura Alvarez

COVID-19 concerns have caused all courts to obtain emergency orders severely limiting their operations. However, if you are a victim of domestic violence, you can obtain an immediate restraining order. All courts remain open to issue emergency domest… Read More

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Harvey Weinstein Settles Sex Abuse Survivors’ Claims

February 10th, 2020

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Jessica Dayton

The fallen media mogul, Harvey Weinstein, and his bankrupt film company have nearly settled dozens of lawsuits of sex abuse survivors for $25 million. Find out what this will mean for the the survivors and how the settlement will or won’t affect We… Read More

Categories: Domestic Violence, Victim Advocacy