Q: How to dismiss, etc. false allegations of spousal abuse & harassment? TRO dismissed now civil restraints, took daughter
Discovered wife was cheating, she went manic (untreated PTSD, etc.) with some sort of postpartum psychosis, made false allegations (domestic violence & harassment). TRO was dismissed but wife uncooperative under civil restraints, canceling visitations, firing supervisors, continuing to lie. I am a public figure and this seems to fall under defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, lying to law enforcement, etc.
A: Your question does not clearly state whether this matter is a MD or NJ matter. I cannot speak to MD law, but if this is a NJ matter, you would need to retain an experienced matrimonial attorney to file an enforcement motion for the civil restraints. In addition, especially if you are a public figure, then you should file for divorce before this matter gets any worse or lasts much longer.
A: You need to sit down with an experienced family law attorney to discuss your options. This type of claim is not simple and sounds like an application will need to be filed with the family part for various forms of relief. As to the viability of a defamation claim (similar to Johnny Depp's claim), same can also be discussed during a consultation. If you would like to schedule a consultation with one of the lawyers in this office, please contact Angela to arrange it.
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