Protection from Harassment & Domestic Violence Archives

Navigating Life After a Domestic Abuse Case: What to Expect

cmathison2024-09-20T12:43:11+00:00September 2nd, 2024|Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships, Domestic Abuse, Protection from Harassment & Domestic Violence|

Domestic abuse is a harrowing experience, leaving survivors not only to deal with emotional and physical scars but also to navigate complex legal and financial situations afterward. If you’ve recently come through a domestic abuse case in Scotland, understanding what comes next—particularly in terms of financial support—can be crucial for rebuilding your life.

Immediate Aftermath: Legal Protection

After a domestic abuse case concludes, the immediate concern is often ensuring continued safety and protection. Depending on the circumstances of your case, the court may have issued protective orders, such as a Non-Harassment Order (NHO) or an Interdict. These orders are designed to prevent […]

Is ‘It Ends With Us’ About Domestic Violence? A Scottish Family Law Perspective

cmathison2024-09-20T12:43:56+00:00September 2nd, 2024|Domestic Abuse, Protection from Harassment & Domestic Violence|

Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel ‘It Ends With Us’ has captivated readers worldwide with its emotionally charged narrative and complex characters. The book has sparked widespread discussions, particularly regarding its portrayal of domestic violence. With the recent release of the film adaptation starring former Gossip Girl actress Blake Lively, these discussions have gained even more prominence.

At Johnson Legal Family Law, we often encounter clients grappling with the realities of domestic abuse, making it essential to explore how popular media, like Hoover’s novel and its film adaptation, influence public perceptions of such a critical issue.

Is Domestic Abuse always physical abuse?

cmathison2024-09-20T12:51:58+00:00May 17th, 2024|Case Study Divorce, Case Study Protection From Domestic Abuse, Domestic Abuse, Family Law News, Protection from Harassment & Domestic Violence|

When we think of domestic abuse, our minds often conjure images of physical violence. While physical abuse is a grave and urgent issue, it’s important to understand that domestic abuse isn’t always physical.

Domestic abuse can manifest in various forms including emotional, financial, digital or sexual abuse. Our team is experienced in supporting victims of all types of abuse and raising awareness about the many faces of domestic violence.

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, the first phone call you should make is to the Police. For more […]

Children (Scotland) Bill: What it means for families and their children

Admin2020-03-19T09:45:45+00:00March 19th, 2020|Children & parenting issues, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships, Protection from Harassment & Domestic Violence|

Society has changed enormously since 1995 when the last major piece of legislation about children came into law in Scotland. We now have same sex marriages, laws on surrogacy and protection for cohabiting couples. The current laws on children are out of date. The government is currently progressing a new bill to bring Scottish child law into the twenty first century. The bill is in draft at the moment, but contains significant measures which, if implemented, will drastically change the current way family law is practised.

So what’s included?

Views of the child

What does little Jimmy or Jessie think? The courts have […]

The Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2018

Admin2019-06-11T13:53:58+00:00June 11th, 2019|Protection from Harassment & Domestic Violence|

The Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2018 has now come into full effect as of 1 April 2019.

As of 1 April 2019, a person commits an offence if they engage in a course of behaviour which is abusive to their partner or ex-partner. The person commits an offence if a “reasonable person” would consider the course of behaviour likely to cause the person to suffer physical or psychological harm. Psychological harm under the legislation includes fear, alarm and distress. The “reasonable person” test allows the court to be objective in their view while also taking into account the individual circumstances of […]