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How do I update protections or restraints requested after filing for a restraining Order in California
Recently updated on July 17th, 2025 at 09:03 pm If a temporary restraining order (TRO) has already been issued in California and you want to change or update the protections or restraints requested, here’s exactly what you can do: 🔁 How to Modify a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) ✅ Option 1: Modify Before the Court…
Read MoreDVPO Meaning – Domestic Violence Protection Order
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 02:16 amIn Washington State, DVPO stands for Domestic Violence Protection Order which is a civil court order designed to protect someone from harm or threats by a family member, intimate partner, or household member. A DVPO in Washington can order the abuser to: Stay away from the victim’s…
Read MoreHow a Landlord can serve the notice to tenant in Florida
Recently updated on September 6th, 2025 at 11:23 pmIn Florida, serving a notice to a tenant depends on the type of notice and the situation. Here’s a breakdown of common types of notices and how to serve them: 1. Notice of Nonpayment of Rent (3-Day Notice) This notice is served when a tenant has failed…
Read MoreWhat Are the Risks of Filing for Eviction in Florida?
Recently updated on September 6th, 2025 at 11:24 pmHere are the risks of filing for Eviction in Florida 1. Dismissal of the CaseIf the eviction paperwork has errors — like listing the wrong amount of rent, failing to properly serve the notice, or missing deadlines — the court could dismiss your case. That means you…
Read MoreHow to Evict your Tenant in Florida for Not Paying Rent
Recently updated on June 6th, 2025 at 07:45 pmIf you have a tenant who is not paying rent, then you can legally evict the tenant by filing a legal case. An eviction case, also called an “unlawful detainer” case in Florida, is a legal action filed by a landlord to regain possession of a rental…
Read MoreHow Long do Restraining Orders last in Florida
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 07:23 amIn Florida, the length of a restraining order—also called an injunction for protection—can vary depending on the circumstances of the case and what the judge decides. Temporary Restraining Order (Temporary Injunction) – typically 15 days A person gets a Temporary Injunction for Protection in Florida after filing…
Read MoreCan I get a Restraining Order Against a Physician in California
Recently updated on June 6th, 2025 at 09:55 pmYes, you can get a restraining order against a physician in California—if their behavior meets the legal criteria for harassment, abuse, stalking, threats, or violence. If the Physician is Harassing or Threatening YouYou can seek a restraining order if a physician—whether someone you’ve worked with, been…
Read MoreRestraining orders in Florida
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 04:37 pmThis page provides a complete overview of Restraining Orders in Florida What is a Restraining Order in Florida In Florida, a restraining order, more formally known as an injunction for protection, is a court order issued on request to ban certain behaviors on an abuser such as…
Read MoreRoommate Harassment Laws and Examples in California
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 02:36 amLiving with a roommate can be a great way to share expenses and enjoy company, but when one of the roommates is abusive, it can seriously the mental and physical well being of the victims. In California, roommate harassment can be addressed through a Civil Harassment Restraining…
Read MoreHow Does a Restraining Order Work if You Live in the Same House
Recently updated on June 7th, 2025 at 08:27 amIn California, a restraining order is sought by a victim of abuse to ban certain actions on the abuser. Some of the most common restrictions are: i) to not contact the victim, and ii) to stay a certain distance away — both of which would not be…
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