I have an 18yr old son who lives with me who has an order of protection against my husband and he is not living with me. We have 2 other minor children who also live with me. He is threatening to turn off utilities, cancel health insurance and take away other things unless I force my son to... Read more »
answered on Mar 5, 2018
Not sure where you live, but if you go to the Family Court clerk they can be helpful and you can at least start the process yourself. I suggest also a consultation with a qualified attorney at some point because you will need the divorce. Start something soon so you can get at least some child... Read more »
[NYC] Last weekend, I got into a fight with my roommate who also happens to be my coworker. It started when he shoved me over something minor. Tensions have been building for some time but I agree that I responded poorly. I got angry and lunged at him. He retreated into his room and I knocked open... Read more »
answered on Feb 16, 2018
Hire either a domestic violence or criminal defense lawyer now!
I represented a retail employee whose coworker feared for their safety, had an order of protection entered with no language about the workplace, and employer had no choice but to fire the retail employee. New York state courts... Read more »
he left for personal reasons and now I'm being charged for the equipment he took. The contract has mine and his signature
answered on Jan 22, 2018
As between you and the company, you owe it. You can sue your son for contribution.
The police report was missing information
answered on Dec 31, 2017
The District Attorney can require an order of protection even where a matter is adjourned in contemplation of dismissal ("ACD").
answered on Nov 16, 2017
Any new arrest can violate probation, regardless of the outcome of the case.
My husband was arrest for domestic violence against me. His bail hearing is today. I want the order if protection reduced to a reframe from order.
with some form of DV that I cannot remember. Will this show up on his criminal record or not?
answered on Nov 2, 2017
It will show up as a pending case, and if he is convicted, it will show up on his record. Hire him a lawyer now. They may not need you to press charges if the neighbors were witnesses.
He left marks on her throat from choking her, bruises on her leg, ear and lip from punching her, and the police let him go after they found him "sleeping", drunk in his car. She finally got them to issue a warrant for harassment after he threatened her in a message but still haven't... Read more »
answered on Oct 24, 2017
Go to a different police station and report the crime. It is up to the police as to whether they will pursue the case or not.
answered on Oct 23, 2017
It can be both. The act itself could be an assault. Depending on the woman's relationship to the 16 year old, it could be abuse too.
My husband is attempting to force me into a bad settlement. He has repeatedly committed fraud against me and has been harassing me non-stop. I required heart surgery two months ago and did not heal due to stress. I have just had another, my doctor said I MUST avoid stress to heal properly. Husband... Read more »
answered on Oct 19, 2017
Probably wouldn't fly. Your case (if filed) would be dismissed.
answered on Oct 4, 2017
Cases expire (finish) when they are dismissed or adjudicate. Adjudication happens when there is a plea or a trial. The case finishes when the defense and prosecution come to an agreement or one side loses at trial. If you are asking about an Order of Protection, it depends on the type of order.... Read more »
He refuses to leave to avoid paying support! he's Emotionally abusive and at times physically abusive. I've tried leaving but because he always pays the rent late and right and now where back three months, I've been denied other rental apartments because the apartment is in my name!... Read more »
answered on Sep 6, 2017
You can file for a restraining order, child custody, and child support. You can also file eviction proceedings against him. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more... Read more »
He has anger issues that he refuses to address and I no longer feel safe. I left him in the apartment and my name is the only one on the lease. We have the lease on a month to month basis and I've offered to pay the rent for September and October so he can figure out if he's going to the... Read more »
answered on Aug 29, 2017
This is the kind of question that requires consultation with an experienced divorce lawyer. It is not primarily an immigration question. As long as the original marriage was genuine and not entered into for immigration purposes, and as long as the green card holder has not been convicted of any... Read more »
He admitted to the police of his actions and the police saw the victim that was harmed bad and filed a report with pictures.
answered on Aug 22, 2017
He may be imprisoned. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors, testimonials, and media appearances/ publications on my law... Read more »
I'm married to a permanent resident I'm here using my visitors visa and my spouse keeps hitting me. Is it possible to get my green card even if we divorce?
answered on Aug 9, 2017
The answers are yes you can report him, in at least three different ways, and; as the law says now, you may still obtain permanent residency. You may file a complaint against him to do pleas as the law says now, you may still obtain permanent residency. You (or better your lawyer) may file a... Read more »
This child has ODD/ Oppositional Defiance Disorder
answered on Jul 26, 2017
Therapy may be required rather than police intervention: he's a child. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... Read more »
Its a d felony assault charge right now, I'm out on bail till tomorrow.
answered on Jul 26, 2017
That sounds like a probation violation. What does the probation order say about that? More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards,... Read more »
Agreement that she keep her cat in her room for the first month so they can acclimate to each other's scents, and I made it clear how vulnerable my cat was because of his lack of fur, after 1 week of living here she decided all on her own to let the cats together while I was at work, her car... Read more »
answered on Jul 25, 2017
You can sue for damages related to conversion of personal property and breach of contract in small claims court. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me,... Read more »
The order was originally granted in March of 2016, and would be active for one year. In March of 2017, it was modified and extended until 2019. I was facing 4 counts of criminal contempt, which were later reduced to one count of disorderly conduct.
The OOP was pursued by my mother, whom I... Read more »
answered on Jul 8, 2017
If the time for appeal has ended, I see no options based on these facts. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You can read more about me, my credentials, awards, honors,... Read more »
I have an order of protection against my ex. It's turned life upside down, as we have mutual friends. The defendant has court soon- and I've asked both his attorney as well as the district attorney that the order please be taken down to a LIMITED rather than a full stay away. I found out... Read more »
answered on Jul 8, 2017
You're an adult, and it's not her decision. She can try to submit evidence, and the court can give it the attention it deserves. More details are necessary to provide a professional analysis of your issue. The best first step is an Initial Consultation with an Attorney such as myself. You... Read more »
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