Domestic Violence

Domestic violence charges can wreak havoc on your life. Mere allegations can disrupt your employment, damage your reputation, and lead to a no-contact order that may even impact your ability to see your children, while a conviction can create a haunting record that...

Domestic violence is a serious issue that can have devastating consequences for victims and their families. Massachusetts has strict laws in place to protect individuals from domestic violence, and understanding these laws is crucial if you or someone you know has...

Being accused of domestic violence can ruin your entire life. No matter the ultimate outcome, you are likely to still be labeled an “abuser” by people you knew and trusted. The stigma can follow you around for the rest of your life. A domestic violence accusation can...

Experts believe domestic abuse tends to worsen over time. With that in mind, lawmakers and others in Massachusetts have developed responses to domestic violence that are designed to separate the parties and prevent any further abuse. One facet of this approach is...

Household disputes are common across Massachusetts. In many instances, these disagreements result in nothing more than the exchange of some harsh words and hurt feelings. But when the matter turns physical, there can be additional ramifications. While criminal charges...

In Massachusetts, child custody cases can be contentious with both parents wanting to have as much time with the child as possible. In some cases, this is difficult but not overtly acrimonious as the sides do have the child’s well-being in mind. In others, it can...

Physical altercations between family members can result in domestic abuse charges against the person accused of violence. In some situations, one of the parties will call the police, not necessarily wanting the other person arrested, but simply because they want the...