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Law
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Man who sexually assaulted former partner and hid in her shed to spy has jail term increased

A man's prison sentence for sexual assault and coercive control was increased from three years and two months to four and a half years.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

The Harm of Parental Alienation

Parental alienation causes children to reject one parent, leading to devastating long-term effects, especially during high-conflict separations or divorces.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Ex-wife of firebombing suspect denied care for chest pain in ICE custody, lawyer says

Hayam El Gamal suffers from a chest mass and has been denied proper medical care at a Texas detention center.
#assault
fromIndependent
4 days ago
Boston food

Man assaulted partner in row after she found him watching pornography in same bed as their sleeping son

fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Something is terribly wrong here,' says ex-wife of garda who got suspended sentence after he carried out 'protracted assault' on her

fromIndependent
4 days ago
Boston food

Man assaulted partner in row after she found him watching pornography in same bed as their sleeping son

fromIndependent
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Something is terribly wrong here,' says ex-wife of garda who got suspended sentence after he carried out 'protracted assault' on her

fromVulture
3 days ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Is Not Being Charged With Domestic Assault

The remaining incidents lack sufficient evidence to support filing criminal charges where the state must be able to prove such allegations beyond a reasonable date. Such incidents lack specificity as to when and what actually occurred or corroboration.
NYC LGBT
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

My girlfriend attacked me with scissors and carved her name into my ribs'

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and domestic abuse, advocating for accessible journalism and legislative changes for young victims.
#abuse
fromIndependent
1 day ago
Law

Man who lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence jailed

SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

'A special constable raped me and made me fear for my life'

Tyler, a vulnerable 18-year-old, was manipulated by Bubb, a police officer, leading to a five-year abusive relationship marked by gaslighting and control.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
Law

Man who lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence jailed

SF LGBT
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

'A special constable raped me and made me fear for my life'

Tyler, a vulnerable 18-year-old, was manipulated by Bubb, a police officer, leading to a five-year abusive relationship marked by gaslighting and control.
#divorce
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Relationships

I'm Going Through a Bitter Divorce. I Only Want One Thing Out of It, But I'm Not Sure How to Get It.

Discuss equity, tuition trade-offs, and long-term financial security with a lawyer and Certified Financial Planner before offering $70,000 equity in exchange for higher tuition payments.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

My Husband Wants to Take Serious Legal Action Against a Neighbor. He's a First Grader.

Addressing a child's wandering requires safety measures and communication rather than immediate legal action.
#murder
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
#domestic-violence
fromKqed
3 weeks ago
SF politics

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Atlanta Falcons
fromDefector
1 month ago

Rickea Jackson Told Court James Pearce Jr. 'Will Kill Me' | Defector

Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. faces four criminal charges including aggravated battery, fleeing police, resisting an officer, and stalking following allegations of abuse and threats against WNBA player Rickea Jackson.
Exercise
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Personal trainer (33) at female-only gym admits assaulting girlfriend

A 33-year-old personal trainer pleaded guilty to assaulting his former girlfriend and damaging her phone, remanded in custody pending sentencing.
SF politics
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

Domestic Violence Survivor Advocates Push S.F. to Fund Legal Counsel Voters Approved | KQED

Survivors of domestic violence in San Francisco face legal challenges and insufficient support despite the establishment of a new office for victim rights.
US news
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Taylor Frankie Paul Now Facing Investigation on 3rd Domestic Violence Allegation

Taylor Frankie Paul is under investigation for a third domestic violence allegation, leading to the cancellation of her Bachelorette season and a production pause.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

State Police trooper accused of child abuse facing more charges

Michael Gagnon, of Plympton, was initially arrested in November arraigned on charges of domestic assault and battery and aggravated assault on a child under 14 years of age, Plympton police said at the time.
US news
#domestic-abuse
fromIndependent
1 day ago
Law

Alcoholic lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence

UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Domestic abuser jailed for partner's hotel murder

A woman was jailed for life with a minimum 15 years for murdering her partner after a sustained domestic-abuse attack in a hotel.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Law

Woman ran to garda station barefoot and covered in blood after attack by husband, court told

A woman fled barefoot in blood-soaked pyjamas after years of physical abuse and coercive control; her husband pleaded guilty to coercive control.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
Law

Alcoholic lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence

UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Two-thirds' of domestic abuse survivors rejected from refuges due to shortages

Domestic abuse services in the UK face a crisis, with over 65% of refuge referrals rejected due to capacity issues.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Jordan Ngatikaura Filed for a Restraining Order Against Jessi Draper

"I'm grateful for the shared memories and the lessons. While our paths are now moving in different directions, my priority remains my children and ensuring they feel loved, supported, and protected through this transition. I am committed to handling this next chapter with kindness and respect."
DC food
Law
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

Cherfilus-McCormick attorneys request federal trial delay

Edwin Cherfilus-McCormick faces serious legal challenges, including potential expulsion from Congress and significant prison time if convicted.
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

Taylor Frankie Paul's Ex Dakota Mortensen Files Protective Order Against Her

In the details from the court documents that Mortensen filed, he alleges that Paul choked him and struck him during an argument that woke up their son, Ever. He left that night and returned the following day, when and Paul allegedly got into another argument that escalated into something physical in which she threw a drink at him.
SF parents
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.13.26 - Above the Law

White House ballroom construction has resumed, while various legal and corporate developments unfold across the country.
#coercive-control
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

If my boyfriend did what my pastor did, I believe police could investigate'. The campaign to close a serious gap in UK law | Barbara Speed

Rachael Reign's allegations against the UCKG highlight issues of control and coercion within religious groups, which are not covered by current coercive control laws.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

If my boyfriend did what my pastor did, I believe police could investigate'. The campaign to close a serious gap in UK law | Barbara Speed

Rachael Reign's allegations against the UCKG highlight issues of control and coercion within religious groups, which are not covered by current coercive control laws.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Woman accused of breaching civil restraining order for allegedly harassing neighbours

A woman who allegedly called her neighbours "you f**kin pervs" and threatened they were "going to get it" in a breach of a civil restraining order has been remanded in custody for a week.
France news
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Killed by the same abuser: Families demand answers

Family of missing woman Fiona Holm faced police inaction despite concerns about her boyfriend's behavior and previous violence.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Family courts in England and Wales not good enough' for women and children, minister says

Family courts in England and Wales will undergo a major overhaul to prioritize child welfare and reduce trauma for women and children.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Man jailed for killing wife laughed in faces of her family when confronted

Video obtained by Crime World, which cannot be published for legal reasons, shows how McArdle smirked and engaged in an exaggerated high-pitched guffaw as Kelly-Ann's relatives challenged him over her manslaughter 26 years ago.
Madrid food
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I want a prenup, but my fiancee won't even discuss it. How do I get her to sign the papers?

Prenuptial agreements protect business assets and employees, but require addressing the emotional significance marriage holds for partners who view it as a commitment beyond legal contracts.
Django
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Natalie McNally's ex-boyfriend arrested last week 'over threats to kill woman', court hears

An ex-boyfriend of Natalie McNally was arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill another woman during the time of Ms McNally's death.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Drug convictions bar lawyer from bench but not from practicing law

Felony drug convictions prevent lawyer from becoming a judge but allow him to continue practicing law in Montana.
Relationships
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

I asked 9 divorce attorneys what they notice about couples who stay together versus couples who split and not a single one mentioned love. Every answer described the same invisible skill most people never think to develop. - Silicon Canals

Successful marriages depend on the ability to repair after conflict and maintain a shared "couple identity," not on passion or love alone.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Met officer in court charged with stalking woman

A Metropolitan Police officer featured in a recruitment campaign was charged with stalking and harassing a woman between June and August 2024, including repeated calls, messages, home visits, and following her from work.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Footballer pleads not guilty to assaulting woman

Former Bournemouth and Liverpool player Jordon Ibe pleaded not guilty to assaulting a woman causing actual bodily harm in Lambeth on 14 December.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

In rare move, ICE drags criminal defendant out of a federal courtroom

ICE agents unexpectedly detained a defendant in a courtroom, raising concerns about the impact on judicial participation.
#murder-trial
SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

My dad tried to kill me,' dying California girl tells first responders, prosecutor says

An 81-year-old man is on trial for fatally stabbing his 11-year-old stepdaughter and attempting to kill his wife during a 2018 attack at their Garden Grove home.
SF parents
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

My dad tried to kill me,' dying California girl tells first responders, prosecutor says

An 81-year-old man is on trial for fatally stabbing his 11-year-old stepdaughter and attempting to kill his wife during a 2018 attack at their Garden Grove home.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 month ago

When Lawyers Need Help: Supporting Colleagues While Protecting Clients

The legal profession rewards endurance, precision and control. It also quietly normalizes stress, isolation and overextension. For patent practitioners and other IP lawyers, the pressures are uniquely acute: compressed prosecution deadlines, high-stakes litigation exposure, often unrealistic client-driven budget constraints, regulatory whiplash at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and increasingly complex technologies layered with global filing and prosecution strategy.
Intellectual property law
#immigration
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Ex-wife of ICE detainee Seamus Culleton was granted restraining order after marriage broke down

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Ex-wife of ICE detainee Seamus Culleton was granted restraining order after marriage broke down

East Bay real estate
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Judge denies couple's restraining order to keep up Thornton State Beach fence

A privately installed fence is blocking public access to Thornton State Beach; a temporary restraining order to stop Daly City removing it was denied.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Woman's death in home prompts murder investigation

This is a tragic incident in which a woman has lost her life. We are working to establish the full circumstances of what happened, and we are keeping an open mind to pursue all lines of inquiry. We urge anyone who was in the area of Bath Road, who may have seen or heard anything unusual, to come forward.
UK news
World news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Barron Trump saved woman he saw getting beaten on FaceTime, UK court hears

Barron Trump called UK emergency services after seeing a woman assaulted on FaceTime, prompting police response and testimony that the call helped save her life.
#stalking
US politics
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Judge Extends Temporary Restraining Order in Class-Action Suit Against DHS

Federal agents at Portland's ICE facility are barred from using tear gas, projectiles, or crowd-control munitions except when a target poses an imminent threat.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Questions That Keep You Up at Night During a Divorce

Divorcing individuals commonly struggle with uncertainty about their decision, worry about children's wellbeing, and search for meaning in their marriage's breakdown.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

When it comes to child custody, is the system failing families?

Adversarial family courts intensify parental conflict and harm children; a rebuttable legal presumption of equal parenting reduces harms and preserves children's relationships.
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Mother-in-Law Destroyed My Property to "Protect" Our Family. She's Gone Too Far.

A grandmother destroyed family property while babysitting, citing conspiracy theories, prompting the father to seek legal action and restrict her access to his young son.
Mental health
fromIndependent
2 months ago

My daughter's relationship has ended and I fear her ex-boyfriend will claim on the field I gave her - does he have a case?

A parent transferred 10 acres to their daughter for a home, but planning delays and her reunion with an ex-partner caused anxiety.
#child-sexual-abuse
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Man who sexually abused five of his children and locked them away for days without food is jailed for 20 years

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

Man who sexually abused five of his children and locked them away for days without food is jailed for 20 years

fromHarvard Gazette
3 months ago

Missed opportunities to catch cases of domestic abuse - Harvard Gazette

This research shows we have an opportunity to support patients in a way that can be just as important as the surgery itself.
Public health
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Pakistan arrests rights lawyer, husband, family says

Pakistani rights lawyer Imaan Mazari-Hazir and her husband Hadi Ali Chattha were arrested and face trial under cyber-terrorism and related charges for posts on X.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Extortionist who demanded 20k and threatened to slit children's throats appeals five-year sentence

An extortionist who demanded €20,000 from two innocent victims - threatening one that their children's throats would be slit and warning another he would be killed - has argued that his five-year sentence was twice as severe as that handed to his co-accused.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Solicitor called court reporter he stalked his sex slave' in email, court hears

You made comments about him becoming your sex slave and hoping not to find a dead rodent, those are just examples there were more. He was genuinely fearful of you. I have no doubt that your contact has had an ongoing impact on him.
Law
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Kelsey Fitzsimmons alleges former fiance broke into her home, stole evidence while she was hospitalized

Fitzsimmons was shot last summer when three other North Andover officers arrived at her home on Phillips Brook Road to serve her a restraining order. She was on leave at the time due to struggles with postpartum depression, she has said publicly.
US news
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I was warned my children would be ripped in half when we divorced. But I had no idea just how brutal custody cases can be

Legal custody often punishes mothers who deviate from maternal norms, prioritizing restraint, vilification, and parental division over genuine caregiving, causing lasting trauma.
#attorney-misconduct
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Using a Postnup to Rebuild Trust After Betrayal

A postnuptial agreement helps rebuild trust after betrayal by promoting financial transparency, addressing power imbalances, and establishing a roadmap for future commitments and protections.
Relationships
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Divorced People Are Revealing The Breaking Points That Finally Ended Their Marriages

Chronic over-functioning and resentment ended a marriage; separation allowed recovery and revealed the partner's ability to manage responsibilities.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man faces further child sexual offence charges

Vincent Chan, 45, has been charged with 15 further offences including sexual assault, voyeurism and taking indecent images of children.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Alienating Our Affections - Above the Law

Sullivan & Cromwell adopted an income-partner model, accelerating the decline of single-tier law firm partnerships across Biglaw.
Law
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Marital vs. Separate Assets in Divorce

Inheritance placed in joint accounts during marriage can become marital property, risking equal division in divorce if assets are commingled.
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