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by Damian Turco | Nov 1, 2019 | Agreements, Modification, Restraining Order
Restraining orders Restraining orders in general are ways for the court to compel a defendant to stop doing something. A protective order, sometimes also referred to as a restraining order, serves to protect a victim of domestic abuse. In a recent appellate case, the... by Damian Turco | Oct 21, 2019 | Divorce, Restraining Order, Separation
A couple’s hostile, emotionally charged separation or divorce can trigger the dark response of one partner stalking the mate. Stalking and harassment involves physically following an individual. However, menacing stalking behavior also can occur in cyberspace. The... by Damian Turco | Mar 29, 2019 | Restraining Order
At what point is it possible to terminate a permanent abuse prevention order issued pursuant to Massachusetts General Laws chapter 209A? What qualifies as a significant change of circumstances for termination? The Massachusetts Appeals Court recently addressed these... by Damian Turco | Feb 19, 2019 | Restraining Order
In a recent case, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court addressed the issue of a civil harassment prevention order. A high school student uploaded to social media a rap song, in which he made threats against fellow students. The Background The parties in the case,... by Damian Turco | Jan 16, 2019 | Adoption, Restraining Order
In care and protection cases, the court looks at important pieces of evidence to decide issues of custody and visitation. One example of significant evidence in care and protection cases is the testimony, notes, and assessment of the social worker assigned the case.... by Damian Turco | Jan 15, 2019 | Jurisdiction, Restraining Order
Does the District Court have subject matter jurisdiction over the issuance of protective orders, particularly where they are issued ex parte, meaning without the defendant present in court? The Massachusetts Appeals Court looked at this question in a recent case. A...