Recent Blog Posts
Coercive Control and Gaslighting can be Abusive
Gaslighting is a term we hear a lot these days, but what does it really mean, and how damaging is it in an intimate relationship? The truth is that gaslighting is a form of coercive control that can be extremely hurtful and destructive. What Gaslighting Looks Like Are you in a relationship where an… Read More »
Bankruptcy and Racial Bias
Bankruptcy is often touted as a last resort for individuals who have unmanageable debt. And to be clear, many who file for bankruptcy find that the court wipes out a nice chunk of outstanding debt, improving the lifetime earnings of both the filer and of their children. That’s great news for Americans who find… Read More »
What You Need to Know When You Get a DUI
If you’ve been arrested and charged with driving under the influence, you could be headed for a world of hurt, particularly if it’s not the first time you’ve faced such charges. Having a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney by your side is more important now than ever. DUI Penalties in Florida In Florida, driving with… Read More »
What to Expect When You Call Police Due to Domestic Violence
Domestic violence (DV) is a horrendous problem many couples and families deal with every day. Often emotional abuse can escalate to verbal clashes, and, ultimately, physical abuse. Defining Legal Domestic Violence Domestic violence appears in many forms, each of which can be devastating. According to Florida law, domestic violence is defined as actions including:… Read More »
Violence Survivors Who are Imprisoned
It may come as no surprise to learn that many women in prison have a history of being victimized by intimate partner violence. In time, these women eventually were convicted of murder or manslaughter. One woman stabbed a former boyfriend after being stalked for years. Another woman killed her partner, after he repeatedly raped… Read More »
Domestic Violence in Rural Communities
Domestic violence (DV) is a serious problem no matter where it occurs. In rural communities, the physical isolation itself is one of the key characteristics of DV. With roughly 30 percent of people in this country living in rural areas, there are unique challenges facing many residents. Women, for example, often earn less, and… Read More »
Involuntary Bankruptcy
While a bankruptcy filing is usually a step taken by a debtor who is facing crushing debt, in some cases creditors can force the debtor’s hand into filing for bankruptcy. This generally involves business debtors rather than individuals, but not always. When wealthy individuals who have significant assets that can be retrieved, creditors may… Read More »
Understanding Probable Cause
After watching crime shows on tv, we’ve all seen court cases that mention probable cause at some point. Probable cause gets talked about by law enforcement and attorneys alike, but what does it mean in the real world? In fact, probable cause is a legal standard. It indicates more than a reasonable suspicion of… Read More »
Victim Blaming in Intimate Partner Violence Cases
You’ve suffered abuse at the hands of someone who claims to care about you. It doesn’t matter if it’s the person you’re married to, someone you’re dating, or someone from your past: if an intimate partner harms you, it is domestic violence, and domestic violence is a crime. Why then, have you been made… Read More »
What You Need to Know About the Alien Enemies Act
Newark, New Jersey was the site of one of the first workplace raids of the new administration. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detained multiple individuals—apparently both undocumented individuals and U.S. citizens—even though they did not have a warrant to enter the workplace or make arrests. The Newark mayor claimed the event was an obvious… Read More »