Do financial difficulties lead to more incidents of domestic violence in our society? Sandra Oliva, Director of the Nassau County Coalition of Domestic Violence, stated that "issues facing families these days have increased the potential for more violence". Sandra Oliva looks for ways to prevent abuse an to assist victims. In a recent Newsday … [Read more...]
Married Women Can Obtain Orders of Protection Against Boyfriends
Let's assume you are married. But on the side you also have a boyfriend. During the course of your dalliance with your boyfriend he becomes abusive. What can you do? In 2008 New York law changed regarding obtaining orders of protection. The law now allows individuals in "intimate" relationships with non-relatives to obtain orders of … [Read more...]