Restraining Orders

Restraining orders are powerful tools that we have used to protect our clients in a variety of situations. Restraining orders can limit both physical interactions and communications by telephone, email, or mail. In addition, certain restraining orders can grant monetary damages and even affect long term child custody. While common in domestic violence cases, restraining orders also are not limited to family or romantic relationships. They may also be appropriate in business or real estate disputes where there have been threats of violence or physical altercations. Restraining orders may also be appropriate where there has not been any physical threats or abuse. For example, elder abuse restraining orders may be granted to protect an elder or dependent adult from family, neighbors, caretakers, or any other person who may have engaged in financial abuse or otherwise acted to jeopardize the elder or dependent adult’s physical or financial well-being.

Article Submitted By: Attorney Jennifer Lumsdaine