2010 Domestic Violence Legislative Update
The following is a summary of this session’s domestic violence related bills that passed both houses of the New York State Legislature or were recently signed into law by Governor Paterson. Read More
2007 Domestic Violence Legislative Update
Summaries of the domestic violence-related laws passed in 2007 in New York Read More
Court of Appeals to Rule on Child Witnessing of Domestic Violence
Federal civil rights class action suit filed on behalf of battered mothers and their children challenging the constitutionality of New York City’s child protection practices in cases involving domestic violence. Read More
Recent Decisions Provide Meaningful Precedent for Victims of Domestic
Civil rights law section 63 outlining the requirements for granting an order of name change. Read More
First Department Overturns Family Court Finding of Nelect Against Victim of Domestic Violence
The first department overturns a ruling that held a victim of domestic violence neglected her children because her child was present during an incident of domestic violence. Read More
Comparing UCCJEA and UCCJA
Which is Better for Domestic Violence Victims
Comparing UCCJEA and UCCJA as it relates to victims of domestic violence. Read More
