Domestic violence is a serious matter that can impact a family in several ways. A victim of domestic violence may fear for his or her safety and the safety of his or her children. A person wrongfully accused of domestic violence can have limitations placed on his or her freedom. In the context of child custody proceedings, domestic violence allegations can meaningfully impact child custody decisions, or prevent a parent from having contact with his or her child. At Murgolo & Rutigliano we zealously advocate for victims of domestic violence and steadfastly defend those who have been falsely accused.

An Order of Protection, also known as a Temporary Restraining Order, is a court order designed to protect a person who has been harmed by an abusive party. The Order of Protection will require the party against whom it is issued to comply with certain conditions, which could include, but are not limited to, stay away from the protected party, not contact the protected party, and/or not harass, stalk or menace the protected party.

In New York Family Court, orders of protection are obtained through Family Offense Proceedings. A person can obtain an order of protection in family court against someone they are related to by blood or marriage, have a child in common, or with whom they have, or previously had, an intimate relationship.

Whatever your circumstance, if you are the victim of domestic violence or have been falsely accused of domestic violence, Murgolo & Rutigliano has years of experience to assist you.