Monthly Archives: August 2018
Can My Spouse Seek a Domestic Violence Injunction Because We Had a Verbal Argument?
Domestic violence laws are designed to protect individuals from the threat of “imminent danger” to their physical safety. It is not a mechanism for parties to resolve their relationship disputes. In other words, just because you and your partner get into an argument or your relationship is breaking down, that does entitle you to… Read More »
3 Things You Need to Know About #MeToo and Sex Crimes
In a previous post, we discussed how the #MeToo movement has led to a renewed focus on the legal issues surrounding sexual harassment. But we should not forget that #MeToo has also led to criminal charges. For example, a New York State grand jury indicted Harvey Weinstein–the disgraced movie producer whose alleged transgressions sparked… Read More »