Our Bellevue domestic violence blog is updated several times a month to keep our clients and potential clients up-to-date on the latest developments, news stories, and information related to domestic violence in the greater Seattle area. These short, informative, and easy-to-understand blog entries strive to keep our readers knowledgeable about Washington State domestic violence laws and their own cases.
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Domestic Violence Survivors Can Vote and Keep Their Location Private Thanks to a New Washington State Program Survivors of domestic violence can now vote without fear of exposing their addresses thanks to Washington's new Address Confidentiality Program (ACP). -
How to Help a Friend Who May Be in an Abusive Relationship The family lawyers at Molly B. Kenny, LLC are ready to assist through the legal system to obtain the necessary orders to protect themselves. -
Domestic Violence Awareness Month - Book Review No Visible Bruises: What we don’t know about Domestic Violence Can Kill Us, is a must-read for professionals, survivors of domestic violence. -
Washington State: Extreme Risk Protection Orders You can seek an ERPO without a lawyer. Our family law attorneys can help you decide whether your best path is seeking an ERPO or a domestic violence protection order. -
Domestic Violence in the News in Washington King County, Washington in the news about Domestic Violence progressive programs to increase prevention. -
Domestic Violence Awareness Month If you have a friend that is in an abusive relationship, you may be able to convince them to take legal action and enforce their legal right to stop the abuse -
The Effect of Domestic Violence on a Divorce in Washington State If you are the victim of domestic violence and are seeking a divorce, you can contact the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny in Washington for help: 425-460-0550. -
Effects of Domestic Violence on Children Who Witness It The effects of domestic violence on children who witness it may be mental and emotional. If you’re a victim, call Molly B. Kenny for legal help. -
Immigrants Should Not Have to Fear Deportation for Leaving an Abusive Marriage You can leave your spouse without leaving the country! Find out the truth about immigration risks and deportation when you leave an abusive divorce. -
Places Where Victims With Children May Go After Leaving an Abuser in WA Need somewhere to go after leaving an abusive situation in WA? Use these resources to find out where victims of domestic violence and their children may stay. -
Fulfilling the Requirements of Court-Ordered Domestic Violence Treatments in WA Is domestic violence treatment a mandatory part of your ex-spouse’s sentence? Learn what he or she will have to do before legally contacting you again. -
Can My Ex Still Have a Gun If I File a Personal Protection Order? You ex may have to surrender his gun after you file for a civil protection order. Find out when and how protection orders apply to gun owners in WA State. -
Tips on Appearing in Court for Victims of Domestic Violence or Abuse Are you terrified of appearing as a witness before your abuser and his family? Here are a few tips to help victims’ of domestic violence stay strong in court. -
Isolation and Threats Aren’t Warnings of Domestic Abuse—They ARE Abuse He may not have hit you... yet. Learn how understanding the many types of domestic violence can help you see through the excuses and stop the cycle of abuse. -
Seven Consequences of Domestic Abuse You Need to Know Now Learn about some domestic abuse consequences you might not have thought of and why it is important to get help now if you’ve been hurt. -
Seattle Domestic Abuse Victims Are Not All Women Many, but not all, Seattle domestic abuse victims are female. Find out why domestic abuse is also a risk for men and what to do if you’ve been hurt. -
Preventing Domestic Violence Caused by “Cabin Fever” How can families prevent domestic violence and abuse during cold winter months, snowstorms, and other adverse weather events? Find out now. -
Domestic Abuse: Breaking the Cycle of Violence A Seattle family law attorney shares three different ways that families can help break the cycle of violence by talking to and educating their children. -
Three Things NOT to Say to Kids About Domestic Violence A Seattle domestic violence attorney shares three things never to say to a child about domestic abuse, as well as what you should do when talking to a child. -
Seattle Domestic Violence Lawyer: Three Types of Verbal Abuse A Washington domestic violence attorney discusses three types of verbal abuse as well as how verbal abuse can lead to greater acts of abuse and violence.