Contempt of Court is a broad term that encompasses a number of different offenses of varying severity. Are any of them felonies? Find out this and more in our FAQs.
If you have gone through a divorce, custody dispute, or any one of several different family or civil law actions, you may be party to a court order requiring another person to: Provide you with child or spousal support payments. Provide health insurance and/or medical expenses for you or your children. Allow you to visit…
It’s a common-enough scene in movies and on television: following a dramatic outburst or a defiant staring contest between a lawyer and a witness, the judge bangs their gavel and makes an angry proclamation that the offending party is being held in contempt of court. Things usually then proceed as normal, as though the contempt…
Family life can be complicated. From taking steps before marriage to ensure that both parties’ assets remain protected to resolving disputes arising from a divorce or adoption, navigating family law is a complex process. Adding to the complexity of the law in these areas is the fact that any family legal issue is necessarily cutting…
Unlike most states in the US, Georgia law establishes two different levels of legal recognition of the relationship between a father and their child: Paternity is the legal acknowledgment that a man is the biological father of their child. Establishing paternity determines that he has legal responsibilities regarding the child, specifically the legal obligation to…
In the US, there are two means by which a marriage can be legally ended: annulment and divorce. While they both result in a dissolution of the marriage, the circumstances under which each can be executed and the outcomes of the proceedings are very different. What Is an Annulment? An annulment is a process by…
If you have suffered from abuse, stalking, or harassment, you may have been advised by family, friends, coworkers, or medical professionals to pursue a restraining order against your abuser. While this can be a daunting process, it is important to understand that a restraining order can provide you with a number of benefits and protections.…
At Eittreim Martin Cutler Family Law, we understand that filing for a restraining order can be an emotionally complex process. Our team is experienced in handling restraining orders and can help walk you through the steps. Here’s what you should know before beginning the filing process. Types of Restraining Orders Before pursuing a restraining order,…
A restraining order, sometimes called a protective order, offers protection to victims of abuse, stalking, or harassment. Once in place, the order legally stops perpetrators from directly or indirectly contacting their victims or continuing the cycle of threatening, harassing, stalking, or abusing their victims. Georgia law allows citizens to file for three types of restraining…
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