Incidents related to gun violence in the United States have been steadily rising for the last five years. Whether a firearm is used to cause violence against others or against oneself, there are often warning signs the potential shooter may exhibit. For example, the active shooter responsible for the Parkland High School massacre had, prior ...
Navigating a criminal trial can be stressful and intimidating. No matter the reason, being hesitant to talk to anyone during the process is understandable. However, when faced with tremendous uncertainty about your future and the legal repercussions of your criminal case, it is important to understand your rights and who you can trust to protect ...
Being a survivor of domestic violence can come with a mountain of extraneous difficulties. Physical and emotional abuse can take a real toll on your mental and physical health, as well as your finances. Survivors of domestic violence or sexual violence are also at higher risk for depression, which can, in turn, lead to trouble ...
This article is specifically geared to helping people with injunction in Kissimmee or Osceola County, Florida. Our lawyers go to Kissimmee frequently to fight injunctions and we know the judges and the processes here. Also in this article you will see photos of the inside of the courthouse so you can know what to expect. ...
Seminole County takes domestic violence injunctions seriously. We have an office in Heathrow and our attorneys go to Sanford all the time. We know the judges and how the process works here. Sometimes the hearings are in Downtown Sanford, but more and more they are being held at the 101 Eslinger Way Sanford, Florida 32773 ...
We all think of spas or salons as a place to relax and feel good. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Sexual assault in spas and salons is something that may happen, and it’s important that you know how to hold a spa or salon accountable for their actions if they commit sexual assault ...
In the Constitution of the State of Florida is an article known as the Victims’ Bill of Rights. Section 16 of Article I provides a framework for how victims of crime should be treated by the criminal justice system. The rights enumerated in this section are not new, but they have been updated and expanded ...
In the American justice system, there are two types of sexual assault cases: criminal and civil. Both are serious legal matters, but they are different in a few key ways. When it comes to sexual assault cases, it’s important to understand the difference between the two types of cases, as well as what the specific ...
Criminal and civil law are both important when it comes to fighting for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Many times, abusers are only prosecuted criminally if there is sufficient evidence to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that they committed a crime. This standard is much higher than the standard used in civil cases. ...
