Q: is it worth filing a notice to appeal a permanent injunction to preserve my rights while waiting for transcript?
I am considering filing a notice of appeal to preserve my rights while waiting for the transcript of a hearing that resulted in a permanent injunction against me. The injunction was granted based on claims of harassment, threats, emotional distress, and physical violence. The most significant claim—violence—was based solely on the petitioner’s testimony and the judge’s finding that I was not credible, yet the judge gave no explanation for what influenced this determination in either the oral or written judgment. Evidence I submitted, including texts and videos, appeared to be disregarded or not acknowledged in the ruling. The transcript is critical to determining whether procedural errors occurred, such as ignored evidence, arbitrary credibility findings, or misapplied legal standards. While I may ultimately choose not to pursue the appeal, I do not want to forfeit the option if the transcript reveals significant errors. Is filing the notice worthwhile in this situation?
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