Leaving an abusive relationship takes a lot of courage. When your ex can still contact you in the meantime, that can leave you second-guessing your decision. What many women don't know is that there are ways to get protection from your abuser when you leave. If you've been abused, the best thing you can do is reach out to a domestic abuse attorney who can help you find the resources you need to protect yourself. I created this site to share my journey in fleeing abuse. I hope that the information here helps you understand what you can expect and shows you that you aren't alone.
Posted on: 10 December 2014
Many people need to use the services of a lawyer. If you are working with an attorney for the first time you might be wondering what you should and shouldn't do. Here are 3 things that you need to know about working with an attorney.
1. Time Is Money, So Keep Communication On Point
Most lawyers bill by the hour. This means that if you waste their time, you might have to pay for it.
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Posted on: 30 November 2014
Divorce can be very painful and difficult, and even more so around the holidays. If you're going through a divorce during the holidays, these tips will help you through this emotional time.
Find New Ways to Manage Stress
Now more than ever you need a few healthy, solid methods for handling stress. A few tried and true ways include:
Exercise Meditation Yoga Massage therapy Acupuncture Set aside time each day for your own stress management.
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Posted on: 26 November 2014
Even though you might have gotten the promotion you have been working on for years, or reached some other goal you've been working on, that doesn't mean you should go out and do something stupid that will get you in trouble with the law. Sure, you might want to go out and have a few drinks to commemorate the occasion, but you shouldn't get behind the wheel of the car. In doing so, you are opening yourself up to some serious criminal charges.
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Posted on: 24 November 2014
Illegal immigration is a hot button topic these days in the U.S. While the country is seen as a land of opportunity for many, that opportunity can be cut short if the immigrant doesn't come to the U.S. through proper channels. One way to go from being illegal to having a legal presence in the U.S. is to file an I-601A waiver with the Office for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
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