President Obama signed into law in March the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, marking a huge step forward for domestic violence victims everywhere. This new legislation offers more than the earlier version [...]... Read More
President Obama signed into law in March the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, marking a huge step forward for domestic violence victims everywhere. This new legislation offers more than the earlier version, which was enacted in 1994, in that it creates and expands federal programs that assist victims of domestic violence ...
Confronting Domestic Violence in the Badger State - The Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was recently signed into law by President Obama. This is of course cause for celebration, as the passage of the bill marks a huge step forward for victims of sexual ...
The House recently reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act, which is great news for victims of sexual and domestic violence. This new bill is stronger than the older version, which was enacted in 1994, in that it both creates and expands federal programs that help victims of sexual and domestic violence. In addition to re-establishing ...
Domestic violence organizations across the country have celebrated the recent reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). This new legislation is more powerful than the older version, because it both expands and creates new federal programs that help victims of sexual and domestic violence. VAWA is responsible ...
The re-authorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) has been signed into law, marking a huge step forward for victims of domestic violence all across the country. This new legislation is more powerful than the version passed in 1994, in that it both expands and creates federal programs that help victims of domestic violence. In ...
On February 28, the House of Representative passed the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) by a vote of 286 to 136. VAWA was then signed into law on March 7, marking a huge step forward for victims of domestic violence all over the country. This new legislation, which was initially drafted by then Senator Joe Biden in 1994 and enacted the ...
The Violence Against Women Act has been reauthorized and signed into law, signifying a huge step forward for victims of sexual and domestic violence all over the United States. The Violence Against Women Act provides funding for the training of over 500,000 prosecutors, judges and law enforcement officers annually so that they are better ...
Great progress has been made in the fight against domestic violence with the recent passage of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The reauthorization of this bill has been signed into law by President Obama earlier this month. It has also received bipartisan support in both the Senate and the House of Representatives.
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The reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was recently signed into law. This new version of the original 1994 legislation both expands and creates federal programs that help victims of domestic violence. This new legislation also provides legal protections for Native American women and LGBT victims of domestic violence ...
President Obama recently signed into law the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Initially signed into law back in 1994, this historic piece of legislation changed how the federal government dealt with the issues of sexual and domestic violence by allowing federal prosecution of interstate sexual and domestic ...
On March 7, President Obama signed into law the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act. This new version of VAWA expands protections for Native American women, members of the LGBT community and undocumented immigrants. The passage of this bill, of course, is of great significance to all victims and survivors of sexual and domestic ...
The House recently renewed the Violence Against Women Act, marking a huge step forward for victims of domestic violence. This new legislation is more powerful than the older version, which was enacted in 1994, in that it both expands and creates federal programs that help victims of domestic violence. In addition to re-establishing provisions ...
The House has renewed the Violence Against Women Act, and that marks a step in the right direction for victims of sexual and domestic violence. This new legislation is stronger than the older version, which was enacted in 1994, in that it expands and creates federal programs that help victims of sexual and domestic violence. In addition ...
Matt Barnes Arrested
On September 9th, 2010, the newly-acquired basketball player by the Los Angeles Lakers – a franchise of the National Basketball Association (NBA) - Matt Barnes was arrested for what was described as a domestic incident. Acquired over the summer from the Orlando Magic – a Florida franchise of the NBA ...
Everyone has a temper, and it is perfectly legitimate to become angry when something upsetting happens. However, no one under any circumstances has the right to abuse you, physically or otherwise. If you or your child is the victim of domestic violence, call a Maryland domestic violence lawyer right away to seek relief from someone who is ...
A brief guide to domestic violence attorneysThere are many different kinds of domestic violence, ranging from stand-alone incidents of cruelty to patterns of consistent abuse inflicted by one family member upon another. For those trying to put an end to life-threatening relationships or those accused of violence, domestic violence attorneys ...
How can a Domestic Violence lawyer help to pursue a domestic violence case?In the event that one spouse is harmed by the other, a domestic violence lawyer can litigate for civil damages. This is in addition to any criminal penalties that might have been applied to the case. When meeting with a domestic violence lawyer for this ...
Technology has been changing our lives for the better, as communication, information, and education are easily conducted quickly and efficiently. In some locations, technology is even used to help protect children from domestic violence. Video Cameras and recording devices are being used by police and case workers to produce a ...
Quick Guide to Domestic Violence Laws
What is Domestic Violence?Domestic Violence is defined as the victimization of an individual or individuals resulting from abuse, attacks, or assault undertaken by their respective partners within the realm of a romantic relationship or courtship.
Call the Domestic Violence Hotline for help
What is Domestic Violence?Domestic Violence refers to the victimization of an individual or individuals resulting from abuse, attacks, or assault undertaken by their respective partners within the realm of a romantic relationship or courtship.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
What is Domestic Violence?Domestic Violence is defined as the victimization of an individual or individuals resulting from abuse, attacks, or assault undertaken by their respective partners within the realm of a romantic relationship or courtship.
Facts About Domestic Violence against Men
What is Domestic Violence? Domestic Violence refers to the victimization of an individual or individuals resulting from abuse, attacks, or assault undertaken by their respective partners within the realm of a romantic relationship or courtship.