Connecticut Senate Passes Domestic Violence Bill

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | June 8, 2011

Late Tuesday, the Connecticut Senate voted unanimously in favor of  a Domestic Violence Bill that offers greater protections to victims of domestic violence. The law expands victims’ access to restraining and protective orders. It also requires police officers to provide victims with information about domestic violence programs. There is also language requiring certain offenders [...]

Obtaining a Restraining Order in Connecticut

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. | January 18, 2011

In my practice as a divorce lawyer, there are times when one spouse or partner comes to me because the other spouse or partner is abusing her (or in some cases, him). My job is to assist the client in obtaining a restraining order.
It is important to understand that relief from domestic violence may [...]