What You Need to Know about Domestic Abuse to Protect Your Family
- At September 26, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Domestic Violence
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What You Need to Know about Domestic Abuse to Protect You and Your Family If you’ve been a victim of domestic abuse in Tennessee, the most important things to know are: It’s not OK. It’s not your fault. You’re not alone. You can get help. At the end of this article is a list of […]
Read More»October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- At September 25, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Domestic Violence
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October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month Domestic Violence Awareness Month had its origins in the first Day of Unity observed in 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). The purpose of that first Day of Unity was to connect advocates working on behalf of battered women and their children. The day grew into […]
Read More»Mandatory Jail Time for Repeat Domestic Violence Offenders in Tennessee
- At May 22, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Domestic Violence
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The House of Representatives in Tennessee has approved a new law requiring domestic violence offenders to do mandatory jail time for repeat violations. Dubbed ‘House Bill 2389,’ the new measures include: 30 days of jail time for a second conviction of domestic assault, and a fine between $350 and $3500; and 90 days in jail […]
Read More»Barry Eisler Discusses Situational Awareness & Domestic Violence
On his web site, one of my favorite authors Barry Eisler offers “Personal Safety Tips from Assassin John Rain.” Essentially, this is as good a narrative on Barry Eisler situational awareness as I have read although that is not necessarily the focus of the article. Unfortunately, personal security issues and domestic violence are concerns in familys law practice […]
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